Partnership to End Addiction
Partnership to End Addiction
World and international boxing champion Mia St. John on the isolation of relapse, recovery as connection and her fight through grief and loss
World and international boxing champion Mia St. John on the isolation of relapse, recovery as connection and her fight through grief and loss
World and international boxing champion Mia St. John on the isolation of relapse, recovery as connection and her fight through grief and loss
Tuesday 16th November 2021
Mia St. John discusses her battles with addiction and loss on 'Heart of the Matter' with Elizabeth Vargas. Listen for a story of resilience and hope.
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Get the buttons here!Mia St. John: Boxing Champion's Fight with Addiction and Loss
I always say this: my first drink was my last because my first drink I couldn't stop.
Ever wondered how a world champion boxer deals with life's toughest battles outside the ring? In this compelling episode of 'Heart of the Matter', Elizabeth Vargas sits down with Mia St. John, a fighter in every sense. From growing up with an alcoholic father to attending her first AA meeting at twelve, Mia's life has been a rollercoaster of addiction, recovery, and heartbreaking loss.
She opens up about her son's struggle with mental illness and substance use, as well as the devastating losses of her son Julian and her former husband Kristoff St. John. This episode is a raw, unfiltered look at the loneliness of relapse and the healing power of connection. Mia emphasizes the importance of support groups and therapy, reminding us that recovery is not a straight path.
Her story is a testament to resilience and the human spirit's ability to rise, even in the face of unimaginable grief. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that sheds light on the complexities of addiction and the significance of seeking help.