Jim Rachels
Jim Rachels
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 125 - Interview with Zach P.
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 125 - Interview with Zach P.
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 125 - Interview with Zach P.
Tuesday 28th June 2022
Zach P. recounts his journey from addiction to recovery, emphasizing the crucial role of support and resilience in overcoming substance abuse.
Explicit
31 minutes
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive
Engaging
Motivational
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Get the buttons here!Zach P.'s Road to Recovery: A Story of Resilience and Hope
You know, a lot of these people that I was hanging out with knew my cousin that left town that would always hang out with him and smoked it when I was hanging around him. You know, I wasn't smoking just because I wanted to, just for the hell of it.
Addiction doesn’t discriminate, and Zach P. is living proof of that. In this heartfelt episode of 'Addicts Anonymous', host Jim Rachels sits down with Zach to unpack his tumultuous journey from substance abuse to sobriety. Zach opens up about the early days of his addiction, starting at just 18, as he grappled with the trauma of losing his mother.
His relationship with his father, who single-handedly raised him, becomes a central theme as Zach shares how working on cars together forged a bond that would later become his lifeline during his darkest days. Zach candidly discusses how he initially turned to drugs as a coping mechanism, influenced by peers and family members, which led him down a path of increasingly dangerous behaviors, including robbery. But this story isn't just about the lows; it's about the climb back up.
Zach's narrative takes a hopeful turn as he describes seeking help through treatment and finding solace in the support of his family and recovery community. He emphasizes the critical role of accountability and shares practical tips for maintaining mental health, like exercise and meditation. For anyone facing similar struggles or supporting someone who is, Zach’s story is a beacon of hope. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of having a strong support system.