Erik Frederickson
Erik Frederickson
WTUZ Radio interview with Recovery Coach Erik Frederickson
WTUZ Radio interview with Recovery Coach Erik Frederickson
WTUZ Radio interview with Recovery Coach Erik Frederickson
Friday 4th January 2019
Hear Erik Frederickson's inspiring recovery story and his views on Ohio's Issue 1. Discover how consequences and spirituality play crucial roles.
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Erik Frederickson
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Erik Frederickson's Road to Recovery and Views on Ohio's Issue 1
The leverage of consequences did help me. It absolutely facilitated a healing and a change in my life.
Erik Frederickson's life took a dramatic turn at 17 when a knee surgery led to a prescription for Vicodin. What began as following doctor's orders quickly spiraled into a harrowing journey of addiction, including suicide attempts, hospital stays, jail time, and multiple stints in rehab. It wasn't until he was 27 that Erik decided to change his life. One of the key turning points for him was facing the consequences of his actions, which made him reconsider his path.
This experience shapes his views on Ohio's Issue 1, a proposal to reduce penalties for drug possession and use. Erik argues that while support for addicts is crucial, consequences are equally important to spark genuine change. He believes that without accountability, true recovery is difficult to achieve. In addition to the importance of consequences, Erik emphasizes spirituality as a cornerstone of his recovery.
He shares that he's never seen anyone truly transform their life and find lasting happiness without some form of spiritual connection. For Erik, his relationship with God has been essential in living a life filled with faith, freedom, and miracles. His story not only highlights the complex nature of addiction but also offers a compelling argument for the role of both consequences and spirituality in recovery.
Tune in to hear more about Erik's inspiring journey and his thoughtful perspectives on addiction and recovery.