Jam Alker's Profound Recovery Journey
Episode Overview
Jam Alker's journey from addiction to recovery. Importance of vulnerability in healing. Holistic health as a recovery tool. Service as a key component of recovery. Jam's song 'A Call to Arms' symbolizes recovery.
Recovery has taught me to continue to do the next right thing.
In Episode 463 of The Way Out Podcast, Jam Alker returns to share his profound journey of recovery from addiction, underscoring the pivotal role of vulnerability, service, and holistic health in his healing process. Jam candidly discusses his past struggles with addiction, specifically his relationship with heroin, and reflects on the turning point in his life when he sought treatment on October 13, 2014. This marked the beginning of a decade-long journey of transformation.
Jam emphasizes the importance of vulnerability in recovery, acknowledging that sharing personal stories can have a significant impact on others, even when it seems unexpected. He highlights how his experiences have helped him connect deeply with people and foster a sense of community. Through his journey, Jam has also learned the importance of service, sharing his story to inspire newcomers and help those seeking recovery. A key aspect of Jam's recovery has been the embrace of holistic health practices.
After encountering challenges with traditional Western medicine, Jam founded a wellness center to offer treatments that had a transformative effect on his health. He discusses the benefits of therapies like infrared light for cellular healing and the importance of moving beyond conventional approaches to truly address underlying health issues. Additionally, Jam shares his passion for music as a therapeutic outlet, noting how his song 'A Call to Arms' from his first album symbolizes his recovery journey.
Music has been instrumental in his healing, offering a means of expression and connection. Throughout the episode, Jam and the hosts, Charlie and Jason, explore the significance of personal growth in recovery, emphasizing the need to continue doing the next right thing and embracing life's challenges. The conversation serves as a reminder that recovery is an ongoing process, filled with opportunities for growth and service.
Listeners are encouraged to check out the show notes for resources, including Jam's contact information, his quit-lit recommendation, and a Spotify playlist of recovery songs. The episode closes with gratitude for the community of listeners who engage with The Way Out Podcast, and an open invitation for others to share their recovery stories on the show.