Recovery Now Radio
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Let's Recover Together S01 E14
Let's Recover Together S01 E14
Let's Recover Together S01 E14
Thursday 17th February 2022
Join Nick on 'Let's Recover Together' as he recounts his path from bullying and addiction to recovery and becoming an Addictions Counsellor.
62 minutes
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Recovery Reimagined
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Get the buttons here!Nick's Journey: From Bullying and Addiction to Recovery and Hope
I discovered this song when I was still drinking, but it only really made sense when I stopped.
Ever wondered how someone can transform their life after facing severe bullying and addiction? Meet Nick, who joins 'Let's Recover Together' to share his compelling story. As a schoolboy, Nick endured relentless bullying, which led him to find solace in alcohol during his teenage years. This escape became a dangerous crutch, especially during his university days where cheap booze was readily available. Nick describes this period as 'like lighting the blue touchpaper'.
His career in journalism seemed to fuel his addiction further, creating a perfect storm for his dependency on alcohol. But a turning point came when a friend’s brush with the law made Nick take a hard look at his own life. In 2004, he decided it was time to seek help and embark on the path to recovery. Fast forward 17 years, and Nick's life has flourished.
He’s now a devoted husband, father, and an Addictions Counsellor helping others on their recovery journeys. This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with raw honesty and inspiring transformation. Plus, it features some fantastic tunes from The Libertines, Jimmy Cliff, The Velvet Underground, and Billy Bragg that punctuate Nick’s story beautifully. Tune in to hear how Nick overcame his past and built a life filled with hope and purpose.