Episode 12: Open the DoorEpisode 12: Open the Door
Alcoholics Unanimous with Josh
Josh shares his journey through mental health challenges, highlighting the benefits of medication, exercise, and connection.
41:31•24 Aug 2023
Breaking Through: Josh's Path to Mental Wellness and Creativity
Episode Overview
- Josh reflects on the challenges of maintaining a fresh podcast while dealing with mental health
- He shares the impact of Wellbutrin on his bipolar depression and how it has lifted the heaviness
- Josh opens up about initially fearing going to the gym and how exercise has helped him overcome social anxiety
- He encourages listeners to start small and be consistent with their exercise routine
- Josh explores the concept of the opposite of addiction being connection and its role in his recovery
“The opposite of addiction is connection. When you're in an addict state of mind, you're only thinking about yourself, just you, what's in it for me. When you actually physically remove yourself from the substance abuse, there is a weird in-between phase.”
Ever felt like you're stuck in a rut, unable to see the light at the end of the tunnel? In this episode of 'Alcoholics Unanimous', host Josh Woida opens up about his ongoing battle with mental health and how he's found ways to cope and thrive. He dives into the nitty-gritty of his life since starting medication and the role exercise has played in lifting the fog of bipolar depression. But let's be real—getting started is often the hardest part.
Josh doesn't shy away from discussing the daunting 'depressive wall' that once held him back from truly living. Instead, he shares practical steps he took to break through it, offering a beacon of hope for anyone feeling similarly trapped. You'll hear about Josh's initial fear of hitting the gym and how medication helped him overcome social anxiety. He highlights how consistent exercise has transformed his outlook from negative and heavy to positive and forward-thinking.
Josh also touches on a powerful idea: the opposite of addiction is connection. He explains how forming connections, whether through exercise or other means, has been pivotal in his recovery journey. This episode isn't just a monologue; it's a heartfelt conversation aimed at anyone struggling with mental health, addiction, or both. Josh's story serves as a reminder that even small steps can lead to big changes.
So, if you're looking for inspiration to kickstart your own journey towards mental wellness and creativity, this episode is a must-listen.
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