Empowring Productions, Inc.
Powerful Radio Productions
Shyness
Shyness
Shyness
Friday 20th December 2019
Mike shares his journey from shy teen using drugs to finding joy in sobriety through music on Steppin' Out Radio.
28 minutes
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Empowring Productions, Inc.
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Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Mike's Story: From Shy Teen to Sober Rocker
Although Mike still struggles with being shy and feeling isolated, he finds fun in sobriety by expressing himself through his music and playing in a rock band in New York City.
Picture a shy 14-year-old, nervous in social settings, turning to alcohol and marijuana for confidence. That’s how Mike's journey into addiction began. He thought a little buzz would make socializing easier, but it led him down a dark path of substance abuse and deepened his sense of isolation. In this episode of Steppin' Out Radio, Mike opens up about his struggle with shyness and how it pushed him towards drinking and drugs.
He candidly shares the highs and lows of his journey, from the initial thrill to the eventual despair. But Mike's story doesn't end there. Despite the challenges, he found a new way to express himself through music. Playing in a rock band in New York City, he discovered that sobriety could be just as exhilarating as any high. This episode also features Daniel, who has been sober for over two years.
Daniel talks about breaking free from the stereotype that fun requires alcohol. He shares his experiences with support groups, enjoying vacations without booze, and finding joy in simple, sober moments. If you've ever felt that shyness or addiction were insurmountable obstacles, Mike and Daniel's stories offer a beacon of hope. Their journeys remind us that sobriety isn't just about quitting substances; it's about reclaiming joy and connection in life.