Episode 6: Redemption Through Art and Resilience with guest Erik HowellEpisode 6: Redemption Through Art and Resilience with guest Erik Howell
Liars, Thieves, Gluttons & Whores
Artist Erik Howell shares his battle with alcoholism and how sobriety transformed his art and life.
34:36•31 Oct 2023
Art and Sobriety: Erik Howell's Journey Through Addiction and Recovery
Episode Overview
- Erik Howell's art blends abstract expressionism and pop culture references
- His battle with alcoholism led to a staggering consumption of 30 drinks a day
- Insightful discussions on the intertwining facets of addiction, recovery, and the artistic process
- Exploration of the transformative power of resilience and sobriety
- Candid conversations about self-awareness and the profound impact of sobriety on artistic expression
“But mostly stories about how addiction turns smart, sensitive people into liars, thieves, gluttons, and whores. Liars? And thieves? And gluttons and whores. Oh, liars, thieves, gluttons, and whores. Oh my. Liars, Thieves, Gluttons, and Whores. Oh my! Liars, Thieves, Gluttons and Whores. Oh my! Welcome, welcome, welcome. You are on the air with me, Nancy Adair, the host and creator of Liars, Thieves, Gluttons and Whores, the podcast that brings you both stories from the dark side and the light side of addiction and recovery.”
Imagine blending abstract expressionism with pop culture and soulful R&B vocals. That's the unique artistry of Erik Howell, the guest on this episode of 'Liars, Thieves, Gluttons & Whores'. Hosted by Nanci Adair, the episode dives deep into Erik's tumultuous journey through alcoholism and his path to sobriety. Erik shares his struggle with solitary heavy drinking, which escalated to an alarming 30 drinks a day.
He candidly discusses his initial denial of the problem, mainly because he didn't feel physically dependent on alcohol. The turning point came when the strain on his marriage became too much to ignore, leading him to rehab in November 2017. This pivotal decision marked the beginning of his recovery journey. The conversation also touches on the anxiety Erik faced during the COVID-19 pandemic when in-person recovery meetings were halted.
Despite the uncertainty, Erik found strength in his daughter's life and his art. The episode explores how sobriety has enriched his artistic expression, intertwining self-awareness and resilience. It's a compelling listen for anyone interested in the transformative power of art and the human spirit.
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