Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Tim Lodgen Overcoming Every Drug Addiction Challenge
Tim Lodgen Overcoming Every Drug Addiction Challenge
Tim Lodgen Overcoming Every Drug Addiction Challenge
Thursday 21st December 2023
Hear Tim Lodgen's inspiring story from addiction to advocacy. A tale of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of support networks.
60 minutes
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About this podcast
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Joanie Sigal
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Tim's 27-year-long battle with bipolar disorder, alcohol and drug addiction, and multiple suicide attempts
- The turning point in Tim's life that led to his recovery and transformation
- The role of fitness, diet, and spirituality in Tim's journey to sobriety
- Tim's dedication to helping others through support groups and sharing his story
- The power of resilience, hope, and personal transformation in Tim's recovery
I truly believe that going to meetings every, to do that 90, 90, I actually did 98 90 me in 90 days so i did a little bit more i got a home group i got a sponsor and for me doing that 90 90 wasn't just you got a good meeting he's got a good means it helps discipline you into doing more for your recovery it just it helps it helps change that mindset of the addictive mode and more into a recovery sobriety and working your steps traditions and speaking and sharing your story and hearing other people um it just really truly helped me in my recovery
Imagine living a life that swings between the exhilaration of extreme sports and the abyss of addiction. Meet Tim Lodgen, a man who has navigated these turbulent waters for 27 years. A former sponsored skateboarder, US Marine, MMA fighter, and Jr. Olympic Boxer, Tim’s life was a whirlwind of high achievements and deep struggles. Bipolar disorder, alcohol, drug addiction, and multiple suicide attempts marked his path.
But it was a childhood friend’s intervention during a near-fatal moment in his basement that became the turning point in his life. In this episode, Tim opens up about his incredible journey from the heights of athletic success to the depths of addiction. His story is not just about hitting rock bottom but also about the climb back up. Now a master carpenter, Tim emphasizes the crucial role of support networks in his recovery.
His wife and three daughters stood by him through his darkest hours, providing the love and encouragement he needed to turn his life around. Tim has since become an advocate for mental health, addiction recovery, PTSD, and suicide prevention, particularly among veterans and first responders. He shares his story on numerous platforms, from podcasts to recovery magazines, and at schools, rehabs, and fundraisers nationwide. His mission is clear: to raise awareness and offer hope to those struggling with similar issues.
Tim’s transformation is a powerful testament to resilience and the human spirit’s capacity for change. His journey underscores the importance of seeking help and the transformative power of hope. Tune in to hear Tim’s compelling narrative – a story that promises to inspire and uplift anyone facing their own battles.