KDD Media Company
KDD Media Company
Shawn Livingston TRIUMPH in Resilience, Growth and Purpose
Shawn Livingston TRIUMPH in Resilience, Growth and Purpose
Shawn Livingston TRIUMPH in Resilience, Growth and Purpose
Monday 9th December 2024
Join Jason LaChance as he talks with Shawn Livingston about his journey from addiction to redemption, highlighting resilience, growth, and purpose.
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65 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Supportive
Hopeful
Authentic
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Sobriety Success Stories
Body & Mind
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Shawn Livingston's Journey: From Addiction to Redemption
Episode Overview
- Shawn Livingston's transition from addiction to recovery.
- The impact of environment and community on addiction.
- The role of fitness and running in Shawn's recovery.
- The importance of setting personal goals for staying sober.
- Shawn's reflections on sharing his story to help others.
If I don't go back and take all this stuff and use it to help people, then what was it all for?
In this episode of Knockin' Doorz Down, host Jason LaChance sits down with Shawn Livingston, a combat veteran whose journey from addiction to redemption is nothing short of inspiring. After sustaining an injury while serving his country, Shawn found himself battling addiction. His story, which is chronicled in the documentary '100 Miles to Redemption', highlights his struggles and triumphs in a raw and unflinching manner.
Shawn shares his personal experiences of transitioning from a life of substance abuse to one of purpose and passion. He opens up about the role of environment and community in addiction, reflecting on how changing his circle of friends and getting involved in positive activities like fitness and running played a crucial part in his recovery. He emphasises the importance of holding oneself and those around you to a higher standard, treating it as a matter of life and death.
The conversation also touches on the broader aspects of addiction, including the impact of trauma and the challenges of overcoming dependency on substances like oxycodone. Shawn's candid reflections provide valuable insights into the complexities of addiction and recovery. This episode is not just about Shawn's past struggles but also his present achievements and future aspirations.
He talks about the therapeutic benefits of sharing his story and helping others, underscoring the importance of finding one's 'Super Bowl' - the ultimate goal that drives you to stay sober and lead a fulfilling life. If you're looking for a story of resilience, growth, and hope, this episode is a must-listen. It’s a powerful reminder that no matter how deep the struggle, there is always a path to redemption.