Honesty in Healing: Jake’s Path to True Recovery

Jake shares his initial struggles with addiction, multiple attempts at recovery, and the significant turning points that led him to a sustainable, fulfilling life in sobriety. They discuss the challenges of early recovery, the importance of honesty and authentic support, and how Jake eventually found contentment and purpose, including his work in the recovery space and achieving personal milestones like marriage.

Episode 141 of the Recovery Matters Podcast, a podcast about addiction recovery and the multiple pathways to recovery is available now via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you consume your podcasts! Full video podcast also available on our YouTube page 'CCAR 4Recovery’ under our Recovery Matters Podcast Full Video Episodes playlist

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00:00 Introduction and Host's Recovery Journey
00:19 Guest Jake's Recovery Story Begins
01:20 The Turning Point: Seeking Help
03:40 Challenges in Detox
12:36 Life in Residential Program
14:56 Conflict and Resolution
19:58 Relapse and Continued Struggles
21:09 Starting the Recovery Journey
22:11 Struggles and Realizations
23:42 Finding a New Path
27:51 Embracing Honesty
29:29 Building a New Life
35:10 Life Today and Reflections