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A new kind of normal
A new kind of normal
A new kind of normal
Sunday 30th December 2018
Explore Joe's journey from addiction to faith-driven recovery in this engaging episode of Real Recovery.
49 minutes
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Religion & Spirituality
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Joe's story highlights the struggle of maintaining a facade while battling addiction.
- Faith played a crucial role in transforming Joe's life from addiction to sobriety.
- Community support and church involvement were key in Joe's recovery process.
- The podcast discusses various unusual addictions beyond drugs and alcohol.
- Selflessness and helping others became Joe's new purpose after recovery.
"Why don't we get as addicted to Jesus as we are to everything else?"
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Dive into the story of Joe, a seemingly successful guy who found himself trapped by alcohol addiction. This episode of Real Recovery explores how Joe's life was transformed by faith, leading him to a new kind of normal. Hosts Bill Arnold and George P. Fraser discuss the challenges of addiction during the festive season and the many ways people can become addicted to seemingly harmless habits, from chapstick to exercise.
The conversation turns humorous as they list quirky addictions before diving deep into Joe's personal journey. Joe shares how he struggled with daily drinking despite maintaining a high-performing career and how hitting rock bottom led him to seek solace in church and eventually find recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous. With heartfelt anecdotes, Joe reveals how his faith in Jesus helped him find purpose beyond addiction, focusing on helping others and living a selfless life.
This episode is a testament to the power of community and faith in overcoming life's toughest battles. So, what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Tune in to find out!