Daniella Park
Daniella Park
Doing It Sober Podcast Episode 4
Doing It Sober Podcast Episode 4
Doing It Sober Podcast Episode 4
Monday 6th January 2020
Listen to John discuss his journey from addiction to sobriety, emphasizing honesty and community support on 'Doing It Sober with Daniella Park'.
19 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive
Engaging
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Author:
Daniella Park
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!John's Sobriety Story: From Chaos to Clarity
There's something about running an anonymous meme page that enables people to just get honest and be vulnerable, and I believe that that's where recovery begins is when people are willing or able to get honest and get vulnerable.
What happens when the chaos of addiction meets the determination to change? In this episode of 'Doing It Sober with Daniella Park', John shares his compelling story of battling addiction and finding a path to sobriety. Growing up in Northern California, John's life seemed typical on the surface, but behind closed doors, he struggled with pills, cocaine, and weed.
His journey took a dark turn during his senior year of high school when he discovered drugs and fell into a cycle of addiction that lasted well into his adulthood. Despite maintaining a facade of normalcy—holding down a job and getting married—John's life was spiraling out of control. It wasn't until a trip to the ER and a three-day hold that he finally hit rock bottom and decided enough was enough.
Enrolling in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) led him to discover the support of AA and NA, which became pivotal in his recovery. In this heartfelt conversation, John emphasizes the importance of honesty and vulnerability in the recovery process. He also talks about how running an anonymous meme page has provided him with a unique way to connect with others facing similar struggles. John’s story is a testament to the power of community and support in overcoming addiction.
Tune in to hear his candid reflections on what it takes to reclaim your life from the grip of addiction.