Chuck LaFlange
Chuck LaFlange
211- KALEIDOSCOPE WED - MY MOM WAS AN ADDICT
211- KALEIDOSCOPE WED - MY MOM WAS AN ADDICT
211- KALEIDOSCOPE WED - MY MOM WAS AN ADDICT
Wednesday 17th January 2024
Join Dominic Surrett on 'Ashes to Awesome' as he shares his journey growing up with addiction and his aspirations to make a positive impact.
69 minutes
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Honest
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Empathetic
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Chuck LaFlange
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Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Growing Up Amidst Addiction: Dominic Surrett's Journey of Resilience and Hope
Episode Overview
- Dominic Surrett shares childhood memories and insights into growing up in an environment affected by addiction
- The impact of trauma and turmoil on mental health and emotional well-being
- Aspirations in researching non-addictive medicines for mental health
- Journey towards forgiveness, empathy, and understanding
- A testament to resilience, hope, and healing in the face of adversity
Dominic, as the son of two people who suffered an addiction, shares his unwavering honesty and introspection, shedding light on the complexities of growing up in an environment overshadowed by addiction, offering a glimpse into the emotional and psychological toll it can take on young individuals.
Imagine being a child and having your world shaped by addiction. In this gripping episode of 'Ashes to Awesome', host Chris Horder, also known as Chuck LaFlange, sits down with Dominic Surrett, the son of well-known recovery influencer Jamie Tall. Dominic opens up about his unique experiences growing up in a household shadowed by addiction and how it influenced his path to recovery. Dominic's story is both heart-wrenching and inspiring.
Raised by his grandmother while his mother battled addiction, he navigated a childhood filled with chaos and uncertainty. Despite these challenges, he found solace in small moments, like playing video games with his father. These snippets of normalcy provided him with a sense of peace amid the turmoil. The episode dives into Dominic's reflections on the impact of his mother's recovery on his own life.
He shares candid memories of the emotional and psychological toll that addiction took on him and his family. His journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, highlighting how support and understanding can lead to healing. Dominic's aspirations extend beyond his personal recovery. He is committed to researching non-addictive medicines for mental health issues, aiming to help others who face similar struggles.
His story is not just about overcoming adversity; it's about using his experiences to make a positive impact on the world. This episode is a powerful reminder of the profound effects addiction can have on families and the importance of empathy in the recovery process. Dominic's honesty and introspection offer valuable insights into the complexities of growing up in an environment overshadowed by addiction, making this conversation both enlightening and hopeful.