#65 - Woody Albrow: Recovery Through Connection, Butane Gas & Hallucinogens, Family Breakdown, Alcohol Dependency, Spiritual Recovery, Peer Mentoring, Stigma in Professional Settings & Leading with Lived Experience

#65 - Woody Albrow: Recovery Through Connection, Butane Gas & Hallucinogens, Family Breakdown, Alcohol Dependency, Spiritual Recovery, Peer Mentoring, Stigma in Professional Settings & Leading with Lived Experience

In this episode of the Believe in People podcast, Matt Butler sits down with Woody Albrow, the National Connecting Communities Lead at Change Grow Live. Woody opens up about his tumultuous journey through addiction and recovery, offering a raw and honest account of his experiences. From his early use of butane gas and cannabis to his struggles with alcohol dependency, Woody paints a vivid picture of the emotional turmoil that led him down this path.

He shares the pivotal moments that spurred his recovery, including a drink-driving arrest and a transformative reconnection with his father. Spirituality played a crucial role in Woody's recovery, providing him with a sense of purpose and a foundation for maintaining abstinence. Now, as a leader in the recovery community, Woody advocates for the importance of lived experience in professional settings.

He discusses the challenges and stigma that come with having a history of addiction, and how he uses his past to inspire and support others on their recovery journeys. This episode is a powerful reminder of the strength found in vulnerability and the transformative power of connection. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in the complexities of addiction, Woody's story is sure to resonate with you.