05 - No One Said It Would Be Easy05 - No One Said It Would Be Easy
Here I Am...Keepin' it Real
Scott shares his 13-year journey of sobriety, battling cancer, bankruptcy, and his wife's dementia diagnosis.
1:22:20•17 Jun 2020
Finding Strength in Struggle: Scott's 13-Year Sobriety Journey
“Bruce Lee said, 'Don't pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a difficult life'. He may have been talking about Scott, my guest on Episode 5. He is a walking talking lesson on what it means to suffer well.”
Imagine battling cancer, facing bankruptcy, enduring three heart attacks, and then discovering your spouse has dementia—all while staying sober. This is Scott's reality, and in this episode of 'Here I Am...Keepin' it Real', he sits down with host Craig Bubba Norton to share his remarkable story. With 13 years of sobriety under his belt, Scott exemplifies what it means to 'suffer well', drawing strength from spirituality and resilience.
He opens up about his journey, offering candid reflections on how he has navigated these immense challenges without losing his grip on sobriety. Scott's story is a testament to the power of inner strength and the role of spirituality in overcoming life's hurdles. He talks about the importance of tolerance, courage, and the necessity of letting go when life gets tough.
Scott also shares touching moments about his relationship with his daughter and the small joys he has learned to cherish along the way. His insights provide valuable lessons for anyone grappling with addiction recovery or seeking meaning in their struggles. If you're looking for inspiration on how to turn suffering into a tool for growth, this episode is a must-listen.
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