Daniel Unmanageable
Daniel Unmanageable
Aaron shares how the overdose death of his brother, liver failure, and coma, pushed him to choose recovery and fight for his life.
Aaron shares how the overdose death of his brother, liver failure, and coma, pushed him to choose recovery and fight for his life.
Aaron shares how the overdose death of his brother, liver failure, and coma, pushed him to choose recovery and fight for his life.
Friday 30th May 2025
Aaron shares his journey from addiction to recovery after his brother's overdose and his own health crisis. A story of resilience and hope.
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37 minutes
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Daniel Unmanageable
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Denial is a major hurdle in recognising addiction.
- Family support can be crucial in the recovery journey.
- Medical accountability plays a significant role in staying sober.
- Sharing personal stories can help educate others about addiction.
- Recovery prioritises what truly matters in life.
"Your life, it's not your own. The people who love you - it's also their life."
In this gripping episode of Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk., Aaron takes centre stage to share a deeply personal journey that many can relate to but few have experienced. As a father, artist, and person in recovery, Aaron recounts the harrowing path that led him to sobriety.
After the tragic overdose of his brother and facing his own battle with stage 3 liver failure, Aaron found himself at a crossroads in a hospital room, faced with the choice to fight for his life. Listeners are taken on a rollercoaster ride through Aaron's past, starting from his early days of substance use at just 12 years old, influenced by a turbulent family life.
His candid storytelling includes his time DJing in strip clubs, the daily struggles with addiction, and the chaos that followed his brother's passing. The episode is not just a tale of despair but also one of resilience and hope. Aaron's story is raw and honest, as he discusses the impact of addiction on his family and how it drove him to make a change.
He speaks about the importance of medical accountability in recovery and the support of loved ones who stood by him. His reflections on parenting through pain offer a unique perspective on maintaining family bonds amidst personal turmoil. This episode isn't just about Aaron's past but also about his future. He shares his determination to educate others about the severe consequences of addiction, hoping his story might help someone else recognise their own struggles and take steps toward recovery.
So why should you tune in? Aaron's story is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to choose life, to choose recovery, and to fight for the moments that truly matter. Could his journey inspire your own path to healing?