DeAnn Knighton
DeAnn Knighton
storytellers: feat. utah ross + "relapse chronicles"
storytellers: feat. utah ross + "relapse chronicles"
storytellers: feat. utah ross + "relapse chronicles"
Tuesday 19th October 2021
Hear Utah Ross' candid story of addiction, mental health struggles, and his path to sustainable recovery on Show Up and Stay Podcast.
Explicit
29 minutes
Raw
Thought-provoking
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
About this podcast
Author:
DeAnn Knighton
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episodes:
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Get the buttons here!Utah Ross: Navigating the Rocky Road from Addiction to Recovery
The more I beat the shit out of myself, the better of a person I was, because I wasn't proud of who I was.
Utah Ross takes center stage in this episode of 'Show Up and Stay', opening up about his tumultuous journey from substance use disorder to sustainable recovery. Utah paints a vivid picture of his past, describing how he once relied on substances just to get through the day. Now, he fills his mind with things that genuinely bring him joy and fulfillment. But the path wasn't smooth.
He candidly discusses the mental and emotional battles he faced, including bouts of anxiety and depression, and the crushing guilt that came with relapsing after five years of sobriety. Utah doesn't shy away from the tough topics. He and host DeAnn Knighton dive into the nitty-gritty of managing cravings, dealing with comorbidity, and understanding the addicted brain. His story is raw and real, offering a window into the complexities of addiction and the arduous road to recovery.
Whether you're struggling with similar issues or supporting someone who is, Utah's experiences provide valuable insights and a dose of hope. Tune in for an episode that's both heart-wrenching and inspiring.