Matt Gardiner
Matt Gardiner
'Sober Tradesmen' || JOHN SCRIBNER
'Sober Tradesmen' || JOHN SCRIBNER
'Sober Tradesmen' || JOHN SCRIBNER
Thursday 12th May 2022
Join Matt Gardiner on Beyond Recovery™ as John Scribner discusses overcoming addiction and finding fulfillment in sobriety.
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Get the buttons here!John Scribner: From Addiction to a Sober Life in the Trades
Beyond Recovery means feeling into, and through, your past traumas and creating a life you don't want to numb out or escape from...
What happens when your introduction to adulthood is marked by both beer and a promising career in the trades? For John Scribner, this dual initiation led to a turbulent journey through addiction and eventual sobriety. In this episode of Beyond Recovery™, host Matt Gardiner sits down with John to explore his remarkable transformation from a life shadowed by substance abuse to one illuminated by recovery and fulfillment.
Growing up in Leduc, a suburb just south of Edmonton, John was first introduced to beer and the trades by his father. Unfortunately, his father's death from cirrhosis of the liver and a severe back injury from hockey at age 18 set John on a path of Percocet abuse that lasted over six years.
John's candid recounting of scoring 4000 pills at a time off the streets and the cold-turkey cessation ordered by his doctor paints a stark picture of addiction's grip. But it's not all dark. Moving away from his family and hometown in 2013 was a pivotal moment for John. It allowed him to escape an environment that nurtured his addictions.
Now, sober since March 29, 2020, John shares how his relationships, especially with his wife of 15 years and their three daughters, have flourished. His newfound sobriety has also revitalized his passion for his work as a tradesman. John credits exercise, sobriety podcasts, and the Instagram sober community for his success. He emphasizes the importance of routines and habits, such as working out and spending time outdoors, as key elements in maintaining his sobriety.
His story underscores the significance of finding what works for you in recovery. Whether you're struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is, John's journey offers valuable insights and hope. Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and discover practical tips for staying on track in early sobriety.