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Making all the time count – Joel Carlson's story
Making all the time count – Joel Carlson's story
Making all the time count – Joel Carlson's story
Monday 29th November 2021
Explore Joel Carlson's journey from addiction to redemption through faith and community support in this powerful Real Recovery episode.
50 minutes
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Transformative
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Episode Overview
- Joel Carlson shares his journey from privilege to addiction and crime.
- Faith played a crucial role in Joel's path to sobriety.
- Starting an AA meeting in prison was a pivotal part of Joel's recovery.
- Self-inventory is essential for both addicts and non-addicts alike.
- Forgiveness, both divine and personal, is key to healing.
"You can either count your time or you can make your time count."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this compelling episode of Real Recovery, listeners are introduced to Joel Carlson's story, a journey that spans from a privileged upbringing to the depths of addiction and crime. Joel's life took a turn when his desire to be the Joneses led him to financial ruin and alcoholism. After hitting rock bottom, Joel found solace and redemption through faith, ultimately leading to his sobriety. Hosts Bill Arnold and George P.
Fraser guide us through Joel's candid recounting of his past, including his time in federal prison where he chose to 'make his time count' by starting an AA meeting that flourished beyond his release. This episode is not just about Joel's mistakes but about the transformative power of forgiveness and faith.
With warmth and a touch of humour, Bill and George discuss the importance of self-inventory and the steps of recovery, applicable not just to those battling addiction but to anyone seeking personal growth. Joel's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the possibility of finding joy and purpose even after life’s darkest moments. How can we apply these lessons in our own lives?
Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights the power of redemption and the strength found in community.