The Crossroads
The Crossroads
Ian Day: Everlasting Ink
Ian Day: Everlasting Ink
Ian Day: Everlasting Ink
Friday 19th December 2025
Ian Day shares his path from addiction to finding new purpose in tattooing on Recovery On-Air.
63 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Ian's journey from sports aspirations to addiction.
- The pivotal role of tattooing in Ian's recovery.
- Importance of support systems and community.
- Overcoming legal challenges on the path to sobriety.
- Transformation through finding passion and purpose.
"No matter where I go, there I am."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode of Recovery On-Air, host Christin Day shares an intimate conversation with her husband, Ian Day, as they traverse his journey from small-town dreams to overcoming addiction. Ian's story is a compelling narrative of how athletic aspirations were sidelined by substance abuse, leading him down a path he never anticipated. Yet, through the chaos, Ian found a new purpose in tattooing, which became both a passion and a lifeline.
Ian candidly recounts his childhood in Centerville, Indiana, where simplicity and community shaped his early years. Despite a loving family and a promising start in sports, Ian found himself drawn to alcohol at a young age, seeking solace in its effects. His tale is punctuated with moments of humour and raw honesty as he describes his early encounters with alcohol, his tumultuous college years, and the subsequent spiral into addiction.
Tattooing emerges as a pivotal turning point for Ian, providing not just an artistic outlet but also a community that supported his recovery journey. His path was not without its setbacks, including brushes with the law and struggles with various substances. However, Ian's resilience shines through as he speaks about the support systems that helped him reclaim his life.
This episode is more than just a story of addiction; it's a testament to the power of change and the importance of finding one's passion. Ian's journey underscores the message that recovery is possible with determination and the right support. As you listen, you'll be reminded of the strength found in vulnerability and the transformative power of hope. What does it take to turn one's life around? Ian Day's story might just hold the answer.