The Alan Charles Show (120)
The Alan Charles Show (120)

The Alan Charles Show

On today's show, Alan shares some wild and crazy stories from his book "Walking Out the Other Side - An Addicts Journey from Loneliness to Life" How did he every make it through his 24-year cocaine addiction alive? Join us at 9 pm EST...

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The Alan Charles Show

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Take off that mask and take on your addiction! Alan Charles, author and keynote speaker on drug abuse and prevention, brings hope to the hopeless as he shares his unbelievable luck at surviving a 24-year addiction to cocaine. Alan’s raw honesty and courageous heart breaks the stigma of addiction and offers a unique perspective into the mind of an addict. Join him each week as he guides his listeners toward a transformational mindset on his LIVE radio broadcast, The Alan Charles Show! The opioid epidemic has reached crisis levels, and with so many families affected by addiction, opioid-related drug overdoses and death, the time is NOW to have a real, constructive conversation about addiction that can lead to better prevention, treatment and recovery services. Alan Charles sheds light on a dark world and brings his listeners to a true understanding of the grip of addiction. It is only with this understanding that we can begin to heal. Alan Charles is a recovering addict and author of Walking Out The Other Side, a riveting account of his journey from the throes of addiction to the miracle of sobriety. He speaks openly about his ordeal to a wide spectrum of audiences to bring his message of hope and healing. As a former professional baseball player and former harness racing driver and trainer, Alan has proven himself to be a unique and ambitious individual who goes after his dreams. But as the father of two beautiful daughters, Alan’s most important dream–sobriety–has finally come true, and he’s passionate about showing others how to achieve this dream as well. To learn more about Alan Charles, or to book a speaking engagement, please visit: Walking Out The Other Side

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Surviving a 24-Year Cocaine Addiction: Alan Charles' Unbelievable Journey

“I give it to you straight so that you can understand what goes on with the mind of an addict, and I let you in to behind the curtains to see what happens where I and other people that have suffered addiction- the mask that we all seem to live behind.”

Ever wondered how someone can survive a 24-year cocaine addiction? Alan Charles, author and keynote speaker, takes you on a rollercoaster ride through his book 'Walking Out the Other Side - An Addict's Journey from Loneliness to Life'. In this episode of The Alan Charles Show, he shares jaw-dropping stories that will leave you amazed at his sheer will to live.

From wild escapades in Miami to the dark moments of despair, Alan's candid recounting breaks down the walls of stigma surrounding addiction. He doesn’t just tell his story; he brings you into the mind of an addict, showing the struggle and the eventual path to recovery. But it's not all about his past. Alan also dives into how addiction impacts relationships and offers practical advice on gaining perspective and building confidence.

Plus, he touches on the effects of autism on children and provides tips on how to support them. This episode is a blend of raw honesty, heartfelt moments, and invaluable insights. It's a must-listen for anyone dealing with addiction, supporting someone who is, or simply wanting to understand more about this challenging journey. Alan’s openness and courage make this episode not just informative but truly inspiring.

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