Barnes Saunders
Barnes Saunders
Season 2 - Episode 6 ft. John F.
Season 2 - Episode 6 ft. John F.
Season 2 - Episode 6 ft. John F.
Sunday 4th June 2023
Join John F. on the Sunday Recovery Podcast as he shares his journey from addiction to recovery, emphasizing gratitude and community support.
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90 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Informative
Transformative
About this podcast
Author:
Barnes Saunders
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- John's early struggles with finding belonging in a diverse environment
- The challenges of substance use and addiction in John's life
- The pivotal moments of detox and treatment in John's recovery journey
- Embracing gratitude, introspection, and a new lifestyle aligned with recovery principles
- The transformative power of recovery and building a new perspective
I feel like today I didn't feel like I had a drug problem. Like today I had major John problems. I have all the problems that I had before, but I'm just not using about them. I'm trying to spend the time to figure out how to deal with my shit, and that's kind of where I'm at today.
John F.'s story is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to turn your life around. In this episode of the Sunday Recovery Podcast, John opens up about his struggles with addiction, which began in his teenage years. Growing up in a diverse environment, he often felt like an outsider, leading him to experiment with substances as early as eighth grade.
His addiction spiraled out of control, affecting every aspect of his life, including his job, where he faced severe consequences for his actions. At 39, John decided enough was enough and took the brave step towards recovery. He shares the raw and real challenges of detox and withdrawal, painting a vivid picture of the internal battles he faced. With the unwavering support of his sponsor and the recovery community, John found a new lease on life.
He embraced a lifestyle centered on gratitude, introspection, and learning from others' experiences. Today, John finds joy in the simple things and lives a life aligned with recovery principles. His journey is a testament to the transformative power of recovery and the importance of support and self-reflection.