Jonathan Sylvester
Jonathan Sylvester
The Comeback with Quincy Carter
The Comeback with Quincy Carter
The Comeback with Quincy Carter
Monday 30th November 2020
Quincy Carter's journey from NFL star to sobriety is a story of resilience and hope. Listen now on 'Sober Nation FM'.
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Jonathan Sylvester
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Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Quincy Carter: From NFL Stardom to Sobriety and Resilience
I think you just gave some pretty good words of wisdom there... I always think about, you know, like in a groundhog day scenario, where I have two of The Exact Same Day, The Day where I really prepare myself in the morning, I'm likely to, you know, react to things a whole lot better and probably have a whole lot more successful day in my mind.
Ever wondered what it's like to be on top of the world, only to come crashing down? Quincy Carter knows that feeling all too well. In this episode of 'Sober Nation FM', Quincy opens up about his rollercoaster journey from high school sports prodigy to NFL quarterback, and the dark days of substance abuse that followed. Quincy takes us back to his teenage years, sharing the thrill of his first joint and 40-ounce beer at just 16.
His athletic talent took him to minor league baseball and then back to football, where he shone brightly with the Georgia Bulldogs before making history with the Dallas Cowboys. But behind the scenes, Quincy was battling depression and homesickness, turning to drugs and alcohol as a coping mechanism. His breakout season in 2003 was followed by a devastating fall from grace when he was cut from the Cowboys after failing a drug test.
What followed was a painful spiral that saw him bounce between teams and struggle with addiction. However, Quincy’s story doesn’t end there. He talks candidly about hitting rock bottom and the long, arduous road to recovery. His honesty offers a raw glimpse into the pressures of professional sports and the impact of addiction on mental health. Yet, Quincy's tale is ultimately one of hope. He emphasizes patience in the recovery process and shares the importance of starting each day strong.
For anyone grappling with similar struggles, Quincy's journey serves as a beacon of resilience and the power of seeking help. Tune in to 'Sober Nation FM' for an inspiring conversation that underscores the possibility of redemption and the strength found in vulnerability.