Rogue Media Network
Rogue Media Network
Erik Blindenbacher
Erik Blindenbacher
Erik Blindenbacher
Thursday 11th September 2025
Explore Erik Blindenbacher's inspiring journey from addiction to sobriety and his dedication to helping others in recovery.
Explicit
75 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Informative
Compassionate
About this podcast
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Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Erik Blindenbacher: From Lacrosse Star to Recovery Advocate
Episode Overview
- Erik's journey from lacrosse success to battling addiction.
- Importance of honesty and support networks in recovery.
- The impact of family dynamics on addiction and recovery.
- Transitioning from coaching to working in recovery services.
- Helping families understand the broader impact of addiction.
I legit remember driving to the beer distributor and seeing people walking down the street just happy and talking.
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Dive into the life of Erik Blindenbacher, a Certified ARISE® Interventionist and Certified Life Coach, who shares his story of recovery and dedication to helping others overcome addiction. Erik’s journey from being one of the best lacrosse players in Pennsylvania to battling addiction and ultimately finding peace in sobriety is nothing short of inspiring.
With over a decade of sobriety under his belt, Erik reflects on the importance of honesty, support networks, and the transformative power of recovery. The podcast episode is packed with anecdotes from Erik's life, including his first drink at 12 during a ski trip in Switzerland and his struggles with substances throughout high school and college. He candidly discusses the impact of his family dynamics, particularly the challenges posed by his father's alcoholism and eventual suicide.
Despite these hardships, Erik has found a way to heal and give back, working tirelessly in the recovery field to assist others in their journeys. Erik’s passion for helping others shines through as he recounts how he transitioned from coaching lacrosse to working in recovery services. His work now involves interventions, safe transports, and family coaching, all aimed at supporting those affected by addiction.
This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the profound changes that can occur when one chooses sobriety. So, what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Erik's story might just hold the answer. Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and continues to pay it forward every day.
If you're looking for motivation or guidance on your own path to recovery, Erik's experiences offer valuable insights and hope for anyone facing similar challenges.