Daniel Unmanageable
Daniel Unmanageable
Benjamin Lerner went from privileged white suburbia to hopelessly lost in addiction. Very inspiring, must listen.
Benjamin Lerner went from privileged white suburbia to hopelessly lost in addiction. Very inspiring, must listen.
Benjamin Lerner went from privileged white suburbia to hopelessly lost in addiction. Very inspiring, must listen.
Monday 9th October 2023
Join Benjamin Lerner as he shares his journey from suburban comfort to addiction struggles, highlighting resilience and hope in recovery.
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59 minutes
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Empowering
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Benjamin Lerner's Journey: From Suburban Comfort to Addiction Struggles
Episode Overview
- Benjamin discusses the concealed conversations about drugs and alcohol in his privileged suburban upbringing.
- He candidly shares the challenges he faced in his recovery journey, including confronting self-righteousness and seeking validation.
- Benjamin reflects on the impact of recovery fellowships and the power of sharing his experience through music and social media platforms.
- His story serves as a testament to the resilience and hope found in recovery, inspiring those who have faced similar struggles.
- Join Benjamin in his journey from battling addiction to discovering the strength of recovery.
I don't care if you've been to jail or treatment or have failed at recovery 100, 200 times.
Ever wondered how someone from a seemingly perfect suburban life could spiral into addiction? Benjamin Lerner's story sheds light on this often-hidden reality. Growing up in a world of private schools and comfortable living, Ben's life took a dramatic turn. He found himself in the depths of addiction, doing things he never imagined, like lancing abscesses and picking cigarette butts off the street. This episode of 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories.
Real Talk.' reveals Ben's raw and honest journey from privilege to rock bottom and his inspiring climb back up. Ben doesn't shy away from discussing the uncomfortable truths about his community, where prescription drugs and alcohol were quietly prevalent among parents. He opens up about the moment he realized his coping mechanisms were failing and the tough path he faced in recovery. Confronting his own self-righteousness and the need for validation, Ben's story is one of deep personal reflection.
But it's not all gloom. Ben highlights the power of recovery fellowships and the strength he found in sharing his story through music and social media. His journey is a powerful reminder that no matter how far one falls, there is always hope and resilience to be found in recovery. Tune in to hear Ben's compelling tale and perhaps find a spark of inspiration for your own journey or that of someone you care about.