'Recovery with Purpose' || TIM LODGEN'Recovery with Purpose' || TIM LODGEN
Beyond Recovery™
Addiction Awareness Advocate || Veteran || Former MMA fighter || Bodybuilder "After 27 years of alcohol/drug addiction, bipolar disorder and surviving multiple suicide attempts I now share my story to those still suffering in hopes that they know...
57:37•17 Oct 2022
Tim Lodgen: From the Ring to Recovery
“No matter how much we want to give up, we can recover, we can get the help that we need and we can ultimately live the life that we've always wanted.”
What happens when a former MMA fighter, veteran, and fitness enthusiast faces the battle of his life—addiction? In this episode of 'Beyond Recovery', host Matt Gardiner chats with Tim Lodgen, who shares his raw and compelling journey from addiction to finding his purpose. Tim opens up about his early years, where the camaraderie of sports eventually led him down a dark path of substance abuse.
His military service added another layer to his struggles, culminating in a period where he considered ending his life. But hope arrived through an unexpected encounter with a friend, which became the turning point he desperately needed. Tim dives into how spirituality played a significant role in his recovery and how it helped him find his true calling. Now, he dedicates his life to helping others battling addiction, emphasizing the crucial role of community and support.
He shares practical tips for staying sober and underscores that recovery is possible for anyone willing to seek help. If you're searching for a story of resilience and hope, this episode is a must-listen.
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