FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS! When your PARENT is your PARTY BUDDY.FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS! When your PARENT is your PARTY BUDDY.
This Pink Cloud
Matt Hicks discusses his football career, addiction struggles, and the role of family in his recovery journey.
49:27•3 Feb 2023
From Football Stardom to Sobriety: Matt Hicks' Journey
“I would say I don't know Five, Six Years at that time, right, um, I remember I had, I had got out and I was like, because nicotine wasn't allowed at this place or anything like that. So it was like I got out and started drinking a little bit, drinking beer, you know, playing football with the boys, and I was drinking a beer, smoking a cigarette, and I was like I had this feeling of like I'm not doing what I'm supposed to be doing, um, and I'll never forget that, man, but I I don't know what it was.”
Ever wondered what it's like to navigate the highs and lows of a football career while grappling with addiction? In this episode of 'This Pink Cloud', DJ Kelly Reverb and Chad LeMans sit down with former football player Matt Hicks to uncover his compelling story. Matt opens up about the unique challenges of having a parent as a party buddy, a dynamic that added layers of complexity to his addiction and recovery journey.
He shares candid anecdotes from his football days, illustrating how the pressures of the sport intersected with his substance use. But it’s not all doom and gloom; Matt's story is also one of resilience and hope. He talks about the daily rituals that anchor his sobriety and the pivotal role his family played in supporting his recovery.
DJ Kelly Reverb, a recovery support peer specialist, adds depth to the conversation with his insights on the role of humor and discipline in overcoming addiction. They also explore the benefits and drawbacks of discipleship programs and discuss the disease model of addiction. By the end of the episode, listeners are left with a sense of hope as Matt expresses his gratitude for the unwavering support of his loved ones.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice on their own path to recovery.
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