Dennis Berry
Dennis Berry
All Drinking Aside | Jim Anders | Funky Brain Podcast with Dennis Berry
All Drinking Aside | Jim Anders | Funky Brain Podcast with Dennis Berry
All Drinking Aside | Jim Anders | Funky Brain Podcast with Dennis Berry
Thursday 26th November 2020
Jim Anders discusses his journey from advertising to sobriety with Dennis Berry, focusing on humor, humility, and positive change. Listen now.
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Get the buttons here!Jim Anders' Journey: From Advertising to Sobriety and Everything In Between
For me, what I remember best about drinking every day, as I did, was the up and down of it.
What happens when an advertising copywriter turns his life around after years of battling addiction? Jim Anders, a former ad man and Moravian College graduate, shares his gripping story on The Funky Brain Business Podcast with Dennis Berry. Jim's journey is anything but ordinary; from the highs of a bustling career in advertising to the lows of relapse and hospitalizations, his story is a testament to resilience and transformation.
In this episode, Jim dives into his book 'All Drinking Aside', where he chronicles the chaotic ride of addiction and recovery. Humor and optimism, he believes, were his lifelines. Jim opens up about the critical role of humility and the need to shed one's ego to truly embrace sobriety. He doesn't just talk about quitting bad habits but emphasizes replacing them with positive ones, creating a new life in sobriety.
Jim and Dennis also explore how language impacts addiction and recovery. They discuss why acceptance and honesty are crucial steps in acknowledging the need for change. If you've ever wondered how to rebuild your life after hitting rock bottom, Jim's story offers a raw, unfiltered look at what it takes. This episode isn't just for those struggling with addiction; it's for anyone feeling stuck or looking for inspiration to make a change.
Jim's insights and Dennis' thoughtful questions make for an engaging, heartfelt conversation that you won't want to miss.