Daniel Unmanageable
Daniel Unmanageable
Jail House Preacher: Addiction Recovery Interview With Ronnie Mardis
Jail House Preacher: Addiction Recovery Interview With Ronnie Mardis
Jail House Preacher: Addiction Recovery Interview With Ronnie Mardis
Tuesday 28th June 2022
Ronnie Mardis' journey from prisoner to social worker highlights faith and personal responsibility in addiction recovery on 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories'.
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Get the buttons here!Ronnie Mardis: From Prison Walls to Healing Halls
It wasn't drugs and alcohol, that was my problem, it was me, like I can't blame drugs and alcohol, like I was the one with the problem.
Ever wondered how someone can turn their life around after hitting rock bottom? Meet Ronnie Mardis, a man who went from facing 35 years in prison for drug charges to becoming a social worker and preacher. In this episode of 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.', host Daniel Unmanageable sits down with Ronnie to explore his tumultuous journey through addiction, incarceration, and ultimately, redemption. Ronnie's story is anything but ordinary.
Imagine being so deep in addiction that getting raided by law enforcement feels like just another day. That was Ronnie in September 2021. Bitter and angry, he had no desire to stop using. But life had other plans. A judge's order to join a drug program became the unexpected turning point. It was in those AA meetings, listening to stories similar to his own, that Ronnie's heart began to soften.
The episode dives into Ronnie's early life, his spiral into substance use, and the spiritual awakening he experienced while incarcerated. But it doesn’t stop there. Ronnie also shares the struggles he faced post-prison, including the threat of losing his children through divorce, which almost derailed his recovery. Yet, through it all, faith played a crucial role in his journey to sobriety. One of the most powerful messages Ronnie brings is the importance of taking personal responsibility in addiction recovery.
His story is a testament to the fact that it's never too late to turn your life around, no matter how dire the circumstances. Whether you're battling addiction yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for an inspiring tale of resilience, this episode offers a raw and real look at what it takes to reclaim your life.
Tune in to hear Ronnie's incredible transformation and find out how he now uses his experiences to help others find their path to recovery.