Duane M.'s Journey: From Streets to Sobriety
Recovery is not just a state of mind, it's a way of life sourced from your heart.
What does it take to turn your life around when you've hit rock bottom? Duane M. knows all too well. Growing up as the youngest of eleven, he found himself caught in a cycle of drinking and drug use, not because of his upbringing, but because he didn't know any other way to cope with life's challenges.
In this episode of Recovery Internet Radio, hosts Rick Atwater and Rob Ryberg sit down with Duane to discuss his remarkable transformation from a life ruled by crack and whiskey to one centered on sobriety and self-improvement. Duane's story is raw and unfiltered. He shares how family deaths and a tough environment seemed like reasons to keep drinking, but deep down, he knew it was just an escape from his own pain.
When he finally decided he wanted to stop, it felt impossible—until he discovered the power of community and support. Duane emphasizes that while his circumstances were tough, they didn't define him. Instead, he took responsibility for his own healing and made the difficult decision to change. Throughout the conversation, Duane highlights the importance of finding people who truly understand what you're going through.
For him, recovery wasn't just about getting sober; it was about building connections with others who could offer empathy, guidance, and accountability. These relationships helped him stay grounded and focused on his goals. Duane also underscores the transformative power of sharing stories. By opening up about his struggles, he hopes to inspire others to seek help and find hope in their own journeys.
For Duane, recovery is about more than just sobriety—it's about rediscovering who you are and what you're capable of. It's about learning to love yourself and others in new, meaningful ways. Tune in to hear Duane M.'s inspiring story on this episode of Recovery Internet Radio. Join Rick and Rob as they continue their mission to ask the hard questions, share good stories, and be a friend to those wherever they are in their life journey.