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The Incredible Bulk, the Incredible Bust, and Now the Incredibly Blessed - Tony Mandarich
The Incredible Bulk, the Incredible Bust, and Now the Incredibly Blessed - Tony Mandarich
The Incredible Bulk, the Incredible Bust, and Now the Incredibly Blessed - Tony Mandarich
Monday 13th April 2020
Tony Mandarich talks about his journey from NFL stardom to addiction recovery on 'Scope of Practice'.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Tony Mandarich: From NFL Stardom to Sobriety and Redemption
I can tell you like hearing it from the horse's mouth, I can tell you there's a much easier way to live and a much fun way to live, and The Best Years of your life are probably ahead of you if you choose to a different path.
Imagine hitting rock bottom after living the dream as an NFL star. That's the story of Tony Mandarich, a former offensive lineman for the Michigan State Spartans, Green Bay Packers, and Indianapolis Colts. In this episode of 'Scope of Practice', Tony opens up about his battle with addiction and his remarkable journey to sobriety. He doesn't shy away from discussing the gritty details of his struggles and the hard-earned lessons he's learned along the way.
Tony emphasizes the importance of being transparent in recovery, owning both your mistakes and achievements. He believes that motivation in sobriety often comes from a deeper emotional place rather than just a fleeting feeling. For Tony, learning from failure has been crucial, teaching him invaluable lessons that have shaped his path to recovery. He also highlights how sticking to the basics can strengthen any relationship, whether personal or professional.
Tony's story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding a new purpose and becoming 'incredibly blessed' after the 'incredible bust'. This episode is a raw, inspiring tale that underscores the possibility of recovery and the power of resilience.