Kelly Reverb
Kelly Reverb
Overcoming Shadows: Bear Claw’s Journey to Sobriety
Overcoming Shadows: Bear Claw’s Journey to Sobriety
Overcoming Shadows: Bear Claw’s Journey to Sobriety
Friday 12th September 2025
Bear Claw shares his inspiring journey to sobriety, exploring identity challenges and the power of community support.
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59 minutes
Inspiring
Authentic
Hopeful
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About this podcast
Author:
Kelly Reverb
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- The importance of community support in recovery.
- Challenges faced by Native Americans regarding identity.
- Finding purpose and self-worth beyond addiction.
- The impact of early exposure to alcohol and drugs.
- How personal transformation can lead to long-term sobriety.
"For the first time in my life, I felt comfortable."
Ever wondered what it takes to overcome a tumultuous past and emerge victorious in sobriety? Bear Claw, a proud Native American, shares his journey of resilience and recovery in this heartfelt episode. Hosted by DJ Kelly Reverb, Bear Claw opens up about his unique upbringing, being adopted by a Caucasian family, and his involvement in the AIM movement during the 1970s.
He candidly discusses the challenges he faced with identity and addiction, starting with his first drink at the tender age of 15. Bear Claw's story is a rollercoaster of emotions, touching on themes of abandonment, identity crisis, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. Despite the hurdles, Bear Claw has celebrated over 20 years of sobriety, proving that change is possible even when the odds seem stacked against you.
Listeners will be captivated by Bear Claw's tale of survival, his battles with alcohol and drugs, and his journey towards self-discovery and healing. He shares how he found solace in recovery communities and how the support from others helped him navigate through the darkest times. This episode is not just a story of addiction but a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of community support.
Bear Claw's experiences serve as a reminder that no matter how difficult life gets, there is always hope for a better tomorrow. Are you ready to be inspired by Bear Claw's incredible journey? Tune in to discover how he turned his life around and continues to thrive today.