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Recovery Radio Network
Stockholm Sweden
20:05•15 Feb 2013
Jonas K.: From Addiction to Recovery - A Journey of Hope
Episode Overview
- Jonas shares his early struggles with self-loathing and ego.
- Describes first encounters with alcohol and drugs as a false solution.
- Talks about multiple treatment centre experiences.
- Highlights the importance of community and the twelve-step programme.
- Recounts his transformation and finding peace in Denmark.
“I realised that society was boring, so I became a fire performer instead.”
Ever wondered how someone can turn their life around from the depths of addiction to a place of hope and recovery? In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Jonas K. shares his raw and unfiltered journey from Gothenburg, Sweden, to Denmark, where he currently resides. Jonas doesn't hold back as he recounts his early years of feeling different, grappling with a massive ego yet hating himself, and how these conflicting emotions led him to substance abuse at a young age.
His candid storytelling is both gripping and relatable, especially for those who have walked a similar path or know someone who has. Jonas takes you through his first encounters with alcohol and drugs, describing how they initially seemed like the solution to his problems but ultimately worsened his self-loathing and life circumstances.
He talks about multiple stints in treatment centres, his initial resistance to the twelve-step programme, and the eventual realisation that sobriety required more than just abstinence—it needed community and action. The turning point in Jonas's story comes when he moves to Denmark and, after a series of tumultuous events, finally surrenders to the idea of fully committing to the twelve-step programme. His transformation is nothing short of inspiring.
He shares how working through the steps with a sponsor changed his life, helping him manage his anger and find a sense of peace he had never known before. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the realities of addiction and recovery. Jonas's humour and honesty make for an engaging listen, and his story serves as a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, no matter how dark things may seem.
Ready to hear a tale of resilience and hope? Tune in to hear Jonas's incredible journey.

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