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Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.

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  • Surviving addiction in a blue collar.

Surviving addiction in a blue collar.

Thursday 9th December 2021

Paul's story of overcoming addiction with support from his blue-collar employer is a powerful testament to the impact of workplace compassion.
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66 minutes
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Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.
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Daniel Unmanageable
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Paul's Redemption: A Blue-Collar Worker’s Journey to Sobriety

We deserve happiness, we need to love ourselves and one another, and it all starts with tackling our addictions.
Imagine facing the daily grind of a blue-collar job while battling addiction. This is Paul’s reality. In this episode of 'Hard Knox Talks', Paul shares his gripping story of spiraling into addiction and hitting rock bottom. Despite the fear of losing his job, he bravely confessed his struggles to his employer. What followed was a heartwarming tale of support and redemption. Paul's employer, Northern Strands in Saskatoon, SK, didn't turn their back on him.
Instead, they offered him the help he needed to get back on his feet. Two weeks into treatment, Paul realized he needed to take recovery seriously. The journey wasn't easy, but with unwavering support from his workplace, he made it through. The episode shines a light on the importance of workplace policies and the power of a supportive community in overcoming addiction. Paul's story is not just about survival; it's about finding hope and strength in unexpected places.
Tune in to hear how a blue-collar worker turned his life around and learn about the vital role employers can play in the recovery process.