Tony West: Battling Addiction and Building Safe Havens for the LGBT Community
Sobriety has definitely been a journey and I just love this shit because I get to see another side of people and how far they've come, and seeing you, Tony, like seeing you work with Oxford House and then also take the time to do therapy and help others.
Tony West’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. In this episode of 'WESOBERNOW', host Ronny Morales sits down with Tony to discuss the profound impact Covid had on addiction and recovery in Arizona. But that’s just the beginning. Tony opens up about his own battles with relapse and the unique challenges he faced growing up gay. His story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of sobriety.
Tony doesn’t just stop at his own recovery; he’s on a mission to help others by leading recovery homes specifically for the LGBT community. He shares his experience with intrusive thoughts and how he's managed to turn his life around. Tony's passion for creating safe spaces is evident as he talks about his work with Oxford House, one of the few organizations providing gay recovery homes.
This episode is a raw and real look into the life of someone who has faced immense challenges but continues to rise above them, offering hope and support to others along the way. Tune in to hear Tony’s inspiring story and learn about the incredible work he’s doing to empower the recovery community.