Barnes Saunders
Barnes Saunders
Season 3 - Episode 1 ft. Joe G.
Season 3 - Episode 1 ft. Joe G.
Season 3 - Episode 1 ft. Joe G.
Sunday 31st March 2024
Join us as Joe G. shares his journey and discusses the Sunday Recovery Network's mission to support recovery in the DMV area.
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67 minutes
hopeful
informative
challenging
inspiring
grateful
About this podcast
Author:
Barnes Saunders
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episodes:
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Episode Overview
- Joe G. shares personal recovery experiences.
- Introduction of the Sunday Recovery Network.
- Importance of gratitude in recovery.
- Challenges faced during addiction and recovery.
- Community support and resources for recovery.
Hope, no matter where you are in life, whether you're 18, 35, 55, whether you're in college, in a career, unemployed, on the street, there's always change that can be done.
In the latest episode of the Sunday Recovery Podcast, host Barnes is joined by Joe G., a pivotal figure in the recovery community and the Chief Operating Officer of the newly founded Sunday Recovery Network. As the podcast kicks off its third season, Barnes expresses excitement for the lineup of guests planned, beginning with Joe—a close friend and significant part of his recovery journey.
Joe opens up about his personal struggles with addiction, recounting his senior year of high school when he was arrested for possession with intent to distribute. These experiences led him to realize the importance of mental health awareness, a cause deeply embedded in the fraternity he joined. Joe describes vivid memories of waking up and feeling the need to change his life, emphasizing the turning point when he decided he could no longer continue his self-destructive habits.
The conversation shifts to the Sunday Recovery Network, a 501c3 charity dedicated to providing comprehensive recovery resources across the DMV area. Barnes and Joe discuss the multifaceted approach of the organization, which aims to address both the physical and psychological needs of individuals battling addiction. They highlight the importance of gratitude, a theme that has been resonating in Joe's life and meetings recently.
Joe shares the tragic loss of a friend to a fentanyl overdose, reminding listeners of the harsh realities many face in recovery. The episode emphasizes the need for community support, including transportation to meetings, access to recovery houses, and other essential services. Throughout the discussion, Barnes acknowledges Joe's influence on his own sobriety journey, illustrating the powerful impact of peer support. Joe's hopeful message encourages listeners to embrace change, regardless of their current circumstances, and to strive for continuous improvement.
Listeners are invited to explore the Sunday Recovery Network's website and social media channels for upcoming initiatives. With heartfelt gratitude, Barnes and Joe thank their audience for tuning in, promising more inspiring content in future episodes.