Mike Tourville
mktourville@gmail.com (Mike Tourville)
Barry Simpson, from Superdad to Fugitive, part II
Barry Simpson, from Superdad to Fugitive, part II
Barry Simpson, from Superdad to Fugitive, part II
Thursday 17th February 2022
Hear Barry Simpson's powerful story of addiction, recovery, and hope on the Healing Voices Project. A must-listen for anyone touched by addiction.
47 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
About this podcast
Author:
Mike Tourville
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
84 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Barry Simpson: From Suburban Dad to Fugitive and Back Again
You become a person you don't recognize... under the influence, and how your judgment, everything changes so drastically.
Imagine being a loving father, coaching little league, and living the suburban dream, only to have it all unravel due to alcohol. That's Barry Simpson's story, and in this episode of the Healing Voices Project, he lays bare his journey from 'Superdad' to fugitive. Barry opens up about how alcohol clouded his judgment, leading to a series of life-altering decisions that resulted in divorce, jail time, and a violent relationship.
His candid account offers a raw look at the destructive power of addiction and the arduous path to rebuilding one's life after hitting rock bottom. Barry also touches on the importance of trust in recovery and how spirituality played a pivotal role in transforming his outlook on life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is.
Barry's story is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, there's hope and a way forward.