John Giordano

Beat Your Addictions

John Giordano

  • It's an Inside Job Kid, a memoir of trauma alcohol and drug abuse, mental illness& love -Steve Moffe

It's an Inside Job Kid, a memoir of trauma alcohol and drug abuse, mental illness& love -Steve Moffe

Tuesday 23rd May 2023

Join John Giordano as he talks with Steve Moffe about his memoir detailing trauma, addiction, and the path to recovery.
37 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Empowering
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Beat Your Addictions
Author:
John Giordano
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Steve Moffe: Overcoming Trauma and Addiction with Heartfelt Resilience

Episode Overview

  • Steve shares his experiences growing up in a rough neighbourhood and the challenges he faced
  • He discusses his journey to recovery, struggles, and the lessons learned
  • Emphasizes the importance of holistic approaches to recovery and family support
  • Highlights the need for a comprehensive lifestyle change for healing and growth
  • Offers hope and inspiration to those battling similar challenges
The miracle will happen. It will happen. That was my book, The Kid from the South Bronx Who Never Gave Up. There you go. That's what I named it. Well, and that's mine is you're never alone, never give up. The miracle will happen.
Growing up in the gritty neighbourhoods of Elmira, New York, Steve Moffe faced more challenges than most. In this episode of 'Beat Your Addictions', host John Giordano sits down with Steve to discuss his memoir, a raw and honest account of battling trauma, alcohol, and drug abuse. Steve's story begins in a blue-collar community where his family, marked by physical and emotional abuse, struggled to find peace.
From undiagnosed dyslexia to severe head trauma at just one year old, his early life was a whirlwind of hardships. Steve opens up about how these experiences shaped his journey through addiction and mental illness. He reflects on feeling like a loner and the profound impact of his parents' tumultuous marriage. Yet, amidst the chaos, he found moments of love and resilience that would eventually guide him towards recovery.
The conversation doesn't shy away from the gritty details but also highlights the transformative power of holistic recovery approaches. Steve emphasizes the critical role of family support and comprehensive lifestyle changes in his healing process. His candidness offers a beacon of hope to anyone facing similar struggles, proving that recovery is possible even from the darkest of places. If you're looking for a story that blends raw honesty with inspiration, this episode is a must-listen.
Steve's journey is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to overcome and thrive.