Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy
Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy
168 Living Sober with Forrest Ferguson
168 Living Sober with Forrest Ferguson
168 Living Sober with Forrest Ferguson
Monday 3rd January 2022
Forrest Ferguson discusses overcoming addiction and finding purpose with Lane Kennedy and Tamar Medford on 'The Now What Society'.
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Get the buttons here!Forrest Ferguson: Finding Purpose Beyond Addiction
I learned that I think a major part of my problem and struggle was the fact that [love] didn't exist.
Imagine growing up feeling unloved and out of place, only to find solace in substances at a young age. This is the reality Forrest Ferguson faced, and in this episode of 'The Now What Society', he opens up about his battle with addiction and his journey to sobriety. Born in Austin, Texas, Forrest's life took a challenging turn when he started using alcohol and other drugs at just 12 years old.
Struggling with feelings of isolation and a harsh religious upbringing, he felt lost and disconnected from both his family and faith. Fast forward to today, Forrest owns a successful metal fabrication and welding business, has passions for cooking, fishing, and restoring old items, but most importantly, he dedicates his life to helping others navigate their own paths to recovery.
Hosts Lane Kennedy and Tamar Medford dive deep into Forrest's story, highlighting the pivotal moments that led him to embrace sobriety on September 21, 2010. Forrest talks about the importance of a growth mindset and how being open to new ideas was crucial in his recovery. He also stresses the value of having a strong support system—people who understand and share the journey towards sobriety. Spirituality played a significant role in Forrest's life as well.
His relationship with his higher power helped him stay grounded and present, offering a sense of peace and direction. The episode underscores the power of sharing stories in recovery. By listening to others' experiences, Forrest gained insights that were instrumental in his own journey. Lane and Tamar remind listeners that they are not alone in their struggles and encourage them to keep moving towards a life filled with purpose and hope.
Tune in to hear Forrest's inspiring tale of resilience and transformation.