Volunteers of America
Volunteers of America
81- TJ Dawe
81- TJ Dawe
81- TJ Dawe
Thursday 18th December 2025
TJ Dawe shares his journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting the power of community and faith in transforming lives.
25 minutes
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Transformative
Honest
Hopeful
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Episode Overview
- Community is crucial for recovery; isolation fuels addiction.
- Surrendering to a higher purpose can lead to profound change.
- Faith played a significant role in TJ's transformation.
- Celebrate Recovery provided essential support and guidance.
- Every day is an opportunity for renewal and growth.
"If my life's going to be different, you're going to have to do it now."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode, TJ Dawe shares his gripping story of addiction, redemption, and transformation. From a tumultuous upbringing with a devout Christian mother and an alcoholic father, TJ's life spiralled into chaos at a young age. By 16, he was entrenched in addiction, leading to multiple arrests and a near-lifetime prison sentence. But an 18-hour standoff with law enforcement became the turning point he desperately needed.
TJ's journey is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding purpose and community through faith and service. Working now as a peer specialist, he uses his experiences to guide others through their darkest times. TJ credits his recovery to the support of the Volunteers of America (VOA) and a spiritual awakening during a Native American sweat lodge ceremony. His transformation from Travis to TJ marks a rebirth into a life dedicated to helping others.
Through humour and heartfelt anecdotes, TJ's story is a testament to the power of surrendering to a higher purpose and the importance of community in recovery. His work at the VOA and involvement in Celebrate Recovery exemplify how lives can be rebuilt stronger than ever. So, are you ready to hear how one man's past became his greatest asset in changing lives today?