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Ego and Addiction with Brandon Novak
Ego and Addiction with Brandon Novak
Ego and Addiction with Brandon Novak
Friday 31st May 2019
Brandon Novak shares his journey from addiction to hope, exploring the power of connection and mental health recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Brandon Novak's incredible journey from fame to addiction and back.
- The impact of addiction on mental health and human connection.
- Novak's story of hope and a message of freedom without substances.
- Challenges of overcoming social media and other addictions.
- Importance of support networks in recovery and mental wellbeing.
No matter how bad it got, the reality is that if I would put my hand up at the age of seven when I got that first skateboard, I assure you it would not be me sitting here Monday morning doing an interview on a mental health network talking about the disease of addiction and giving a message of promise, hope, and freedom.
In this episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristen Sunanta-Walker welcomes Brandon Novak, a former professional skateboarder and MTV star, who shares his compelling story of addiction and recovery. Once hailed as a rising star in the skateboarding world, Novak's life took a dramatic turn as he battled addiction, leading to experiences with homelessness and incarceration.
Novak discusses the depths of his addiction, which saw him go from being the first skateboarder endorsed by Gatorade and performing alongside icons like Tony Hawk, to selling his body for drugs on the streets of Baltimore. Despite the challenges he faced, Novak found a path to recovery, celebrating over four years of sobriety. A key theme of the conversation is the role of human connection in recovery.
Novak emphasizes that addiction often leads to a disconnection from reality and other people, creating a fantasy world that ultimately isolates the individual. By rebuilding connections and seeking support, Novak was able to turn his life around and now dedicates his time to sharing his story in hopes of helping others. The episode also touches on the topic of social media addiction, with Novak candidly responding to unexpected questions about its impact.
He highlights the importance of addressing all forms of addiction, as they can be equally detrimental to mental health. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the power of vulnerability and the importance of reaching out for help. Novak's story serves as a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, and that sharing experiences can foster hope and healing in others.
The show concludes with gratitude for the support of organizations like ZenCharts, MyGenetics, and Copenotes, which contribute to the mental health community.