Ep. 43 Ask an Addict Part 6

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Summary

 

In this episode ofthe Recovering Out Loud Podcast, host Charles Van Loucks shares his personaljourney through addiction and recovery. He discusses pivotal moments that ledhim to seek help, the importance of finding new sources of joy in recovery, andthe challenges of embracing change. Through heartfelt reflections and practicaladvice, Charles encourages listeners to confront their struggles and discovernew passions that can replace harmful habits.

 

 

Takeaways

 

I realized myrelationship with alcohol had to change.

I came to this forkin the road of my life.

I had a mirrorlifted, I didn't like what I saw.

My house was onfire, but I was inside.

Recovery isn't justabout removing a substance.

Snowboarding is myhappy place.

Playing pool broughtback a side of me I love.

Not to be afraid ofchange, but to be afraid of not changing.

I was terrified ofchange in early recovery.

I'm here to be ofservice.

 

 

Chapters

 

00:00 The TurningPoint: A Journey to Recovery

04:57 Finding Joy:New Hobbies in Recovery

09:00 EmbracingChange: A Note to My Past Self