David Wilson
David Wilson
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Wednesday 23rd August 2023
Join Sam Harrison on One For The Road as he shares his inspiring journey from rugby to sobriety, and life lessons learned along the way.
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61 minutes
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Author:
David Wilson
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Episode Overview
- Sam Harrison shares his path to sobriety.
- Discusses career highlights with Leicester Tigers.
- Highlights personal struggles and growth.
- Emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness.
- Insights into life after professional sports.
You've already done it by sharing your story, and I think there will be people listening to you that will really admire you for what you've achieved now.
In this week's episode of One For The Road, host Sober Dave sits down with Sam Harrison, a retired professional rugby union player who has embarked on a transformative journey towards sobriety. Sam, originally from Hinckley, Leicestershire, played over 180 games for the Leicester Tigers and also represented England at various youth levels. Since retiring in 2019, he has relocated with his family to Byron Bay, Australia, where he has embraced a new life as a carpenter.
Sam candidly discusses the challenges he faced during his professional rugby career, which included balancing the pressures of the sport with personal struggles. He opens up about his relationship with alcohol and how it affected his mental health and family life, prompting him to reassess his priorities and embark on a path to sobriety.
Now 200 days sober, Sam reflects on the pivotal moments that led him to this decision, sharing how his brother's Down syndrome and autism influenced his perspective on life and resilience. Listeners are given insight into Sam's life post-retirement, where he finds joy in simple pleasures and meaningful connections with his family. He emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness and encourages those struggling with similar issues to seek help and support from communities and resources.
Through this heartfelt conversation, Sam conveys a message of hope and perseverance, inspiring others to look inward and make positive changes in their lives. Sober Dave and Sam's dialogue is not only a testament to the power of sharing personal stories but also a reminder of the strength found in vulnerability and honesty. This episode serves as a beacon of inspiration for anyone looking to change their relationship with alcohol or seeking motivation to overcome personal challenges.