Blu Robinson
Blu Robinson
Wisdom
Wisdom
Wisdom
Monday 22nd April 2019
Allen Hibler discusses his journey from dentist to drug addict to recovery advocate on the Addict II Athlete Podcast with Coach Blu Robinson.
68 minutes
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Get the buttons here!From Dentist to Recovery Advocate: Allen Hibler's Journey
I had this really weird concept about myself where I think that I am different than everybody else. I mean I know how to use that without killing myself, where you guys don't. And unfortunately I carried this theory of mine into alcoholics anonymous and into treatment where I thought: well, that applies to you, because you're different than me.
Ever wondered how someone can go from a successful dentist to battling drug addiction, and then rise again as a recovery advocate? In this compelling episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, Coach Blu Robinson sits down with Allen Hibler, an athlete and former dentist, to discuss his tumultuous yet inspiring journey. Allen opens up about the pressures of the medical field that led him down the path of substance abuse and the life-altering lessons he learned along the way.
He doesn't just talk about the dark times; he shares how he found light through community support groups like Addict II Athlete and the transformative power of art therapy. One particularly eye-opening part of the conversation is Allen's take on 'terminal uniqueness'—the dangerous belief that one's situation is unique and therefore immune to common recovery strategies. Allen's candid reflections on overcoming this mindset are both relatable and enlightening.
This episode isn't just about struggle; it's about resilience, humility, and the importance of self-awareness in the recovery process. Whether you're dealing with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Allen's story offers valuable insights and hope. Tune in to hear how he turned his mess into a message of recovery.