Episode 66 - Ultimate fight of Steve WEpisode 66 - Ultimate fight of Steve W
The Terminally Unique Podcast
Steve W shares his journey from MMA fighter to therapist, highlighting the power of recovery and peer support.
1:10:52•3 May 2022
Steve W: From MMA Fighter to Therapist on The Terminally Unique Podcast
“The biggest takeaway from him was the importance for the alcoholic to not think they're special or different.”
What happens when a tough kid, who only knew how to express himself through jokes and anger, finds himself at rock bottom? In this riveting episode of 'The Terminally Unique Podcast', hosts Lucas W and Dean W sit down with Steve W, a former MMA fighter who transformed his life from addiction to becoming a therapist.
Steve opens up about his tumultuous childhood, marked by his parents' divorce and misguided notions of leadership, which eventually spiraled into a severe drug addiction. Picture this: sleeping in backyards because your loved ones can't trust you. That was Steve's reality until he entered one of the most rigorous treatment centers, marking the beginning of his incredible comeback. Through candid storytelling, Steve shares the turning points in his recovery journey, emphasizing the vital role of peer-to-peer support.
He also offers practical advice for those in early sobriety. This episode is not just about hitting rock bottom; it's about climbing back up and finding a new purpose. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights the power of resilience and community.
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