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Strap in for an experience that'll leave your heart a little heavier, yet hopeful, as I chat with Bill Matthews—a man who's faced the darkest valleys of addiction and emerged into the light of wellness and mentoring. His tale isn't just about personal victory; it's a roadmap for others wrestling with the shackles of substance abuse.
At 57, with a life rich in sobriety and health, Bill doesn't shy away from the gritty details of his past—a childhood marred by alcohol and drugs, and a journey through the tumultuous waves of recovery that have shaped him into the beacon of hope he is today.
Our conversation paints the stark realities of alcoholism against the canvas of family dynamics, early exposure to substance abuse, and the long road to reclaiming one's life.
Bill's openness offers a piercing look at how addiction can be a silent thief in the night, robbing years and potential, often masquerading as a social key to ease anxieties. But it’s not just a walk down memory lane; we traverse the transformative impact of the 12-step program, the camaraderie of shared struggle, and the discovery of passions like ultra-trail running that redefine the essence of what it means to thrive after addiction.
(0:07:50) - Alcoholism, Family, and Decision-Making
(0:12:31) - Reflections on Alcoholism and Personal Growth
(0:18:23) - From Addiction to Ultra Trail Running
(0:30:58) - Discovering and Embracing Personal Growth
(0:37:28) - Embracing the Uncomfortable
(0:42:04) - Inspiring Transformation Through Self-Belief
(0:50:26) - Ignoring the Negativity to Achieve Success
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Strap in for an experience that'll leave your heart a little heavier, yet hopeful, as I chat with Bill Matthews—a man who's faced the darkest valleys of addiction and emerged into the light of wellness and mentoring. His tale isn't just about personal victory; it's a roadmap for others wrestling with the shackles of substance abuse.
At 57, with a life rich in sobriety and health, Bill doesn't shy away from the gritty details of his past—a childhood marred by alcohol and drugs, and a journey through the tumultuous waves of recovery that have shaped him into the beacon of hope he is today.
Our conversation paints the stark realities of alcoholism against the canvas of family dynamics, early exposure to substance abuse, and the long road to reclaiming one's life.
Bill's openness offers a piercing look at how addiction can be a silent thief in the night, robbing years and potential, often masquerading as a social key to ease anxieties. But it’s not just a walk down memory lane; we traverse the transformative impact of the 12-step program, the camaraderie of shared struggle, and the discovery of passions like ultra-trail running that redefine the essence of what it means to thrive after addiction.
(0:07:50) - Alcoholism, Family, and Decision-Making
(0:12:31) - Reflections on Alcoholism and Personal Growth
(0:18:23) - From Addiction to Ultra Trail Running
(0:30:58) - Discovering and Embracing Personal Growth
(0:37:28) - Embracing the Uncomfortable
(0:42:04) - Inspiring Transformation Through Self-Belief
(0:50:26) - Ignoring the Negativity to Achieve Success
THE FOUNDATION - Virtual Community for Young Men
Building Men Instagram
Building Men Website
Building Men YouTube
Building Men Facebook
Work with Dennis as your 1 on 1 coach
If our podcast resonates with you, please consider rating, reviewing and sharing it with anyone who you believe would benefit from the message.
Visit our sponsors -
Finish The Race – Home of the official Building Men gear
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