Richard Patricia
Richard Patricia
Recovering Addict Awarded by the FBI Sends Message of Self-Improvement and Spirituality
Recovering Addict Awarded by the FBI Sends Message of Self-Improvement and Spirituality
Recovering Addict Awarded by the FBI Sends Message of Self-Improvement and Spirituality
Thursday 23rd April 2020
Hear Ed Kressy's journey from meth addiction to FBI honoree. Learn about his recovery through gratitude, community support, and daily practices.
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Get the buttons here!Ed Kressy: From Meth Addiction to FBI Honoree and Spiritual Guide
Just because you're done with drugs, doesn't mean drugs are done with you.
What happens when a former meth addict becomes an FBI honoree? In this episode of 'Silent Presence', Richard Patricia sits down with Ed Kressy, a man whose story is as gripping as it is inspiring. Ed battled a twenty-year addiction to methamphetamine, experiencing severe psychosis and paranoia, even fearing the FBI was after him. His life spiraled through jail time and destitution, but his journey didn't end there.
After getting clean in 2008, Ed faced another uphill battle: overcoming the lingering mental health challenges that addiction left behind. His story took a remarkable turn in 2019 when he received the Director's Community Leadership Award from FBI Director Christopher Wray. Ed shares how gratitude played a pivotal role in his recovery, transforming his outlook and helping him rebuild his life.
He talks about the power of community support and how small acts of kindness from others became lifelines during his darkest times. Ed also dives into the post-rehab challenges, discussing the importance of daily practices like meditation and exercise, and how these routines helped him maintain his sobriety. He touches on the Roger Bannister Effect, explaining how addiction buries shame and how overcoming it requires immense self-control.
Moreover, Ed addresses the impact of anger and grief on mental health, offering insights into controlling one's thoughts instead of being overwhelmed by them. Today, Ed volunteers for the FBI and San Francisco Police Department, helping those affected by incarceration and addiction. He also spends time in California state prisons, providing training in entrepreneurship and employment for incarcerated individuals. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and the transformative potential of community and spirituality.