Ep 47. Leaving the world a better place than how you found it, with Ed Latimore

Ep 47. Leaving the world a better place than how you found it, with Ed Latimore

What happens when a professional boxer faces an opponent he can't punch away? In this episode of 'Behind The Smile', Ash Butterss sits down with Ed Latimore, a man who's battled more than just opponents in the ring. Growing up in the projects, Ed faced a slew of challenges that led him to alcohol as a teenager. Seeking social acceptance, he found himself trapped in a cycle of drinking to numb his pain and change how he felt.

By December 2013, Ed knew he couldn't hide behind a smile anymore and made the brave decision to get sober. Ed, who likes to say he's lived four different lives, shares how his journey through addiction has shaped his current mission: teaching others what he's learned the hard way. This conversation dives deep into topics like addiction as a disease of denial, the pressures of growing up in tough environments, and the social pressures to drink.

Ed also opens up about the internal scars and resentments he carried and how he navigated relapse and recovery. Whether you're struggling with addiction or know someone who is, Ed's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the possibility of finding freedom in sobriety.