Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
216 Odyssey House Journals - Benjamin
216 Odyssey House Journals - Benjamin
216 Odyssey House Journals - Benjamin
Friday 17th October 2025
Benjamin shares his journey from alcohol-induced hallucinations to sobriety, highlighting the power of community and trauma-informed care.
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Episode Overview
- Benjamin shares his journey from homelessness to sobriety.
- Importance of community support in addiction recovery.
- Role of trauma-informed care in healing.
- Navigating therapeutic communities at Odyssey House.
- Understanding triggers and building coping mechanisms.
"I can't do it on my own."
Ever wondered what it takes to turn your life around after battling addiction? In this gripping episode of Odyssey House Journals, Randall Carlisle and Nicole Slack welcome Benjamin, who shares his remarkable journey from homelessness to sobriety. Benjamin's story is a powerful testament to the strength and resilience needed to overcome alcohol addiction. His tale begins with alcohol-induced hallucinations that led him to the brink of freezing to death.
After three hospitalisations, Benjamin realised he couldn't do it alone and sought help. Now sober, he reflects on the importance of community support and trauma-informed care in recovery. Benjamin's candid recounting of his experiences, including the chaos of early recovery and the challenges of living with PTSD, offers listeners a raw look at the complexities of addiction.
He discusses how childhood trauma and the allure of an artistic lifestyle fuelled his substance abuse, highlighting the significance of understanding one's triggers and building coping mechanisms. The podcast also explores the therapeutic community model at Odyssey House, where clients work through various levels of responsibility and support each other in their recovery journeys. Benjamin's aspiration to become a navigator within the programme showcases his commitment to helping others find their way out of darkness.
If you're curious about the transformative power of shared goals and community support in addiction recovery, this episode is a must-listen. How can we learn from those who have battled addiction? Dive into Benjamin's story and find out.