Recovery Matters! Podcast

Overdose Shut Down His Heart 3 Times- Addiction Nearly Killed Him


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Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 171 | Taylor opens up about growing up in a home surrounded by substance use, the struggles of feeling unworthy, and the choices that led him deeper into addiction. He shares the harsh realities of hitting rock bottom, losing his father, and the moments that finally pushed him to embrace recovery. From living in a crack house to opening a sober home, Taylor’s transformation is nothing short of inspiring. His raw honesty and powerful insights offer hope to anyone struggling with addiction.

 

00:00 – Introduction and host introductions
00:27 – Taylor’s childhood: Growing up in a chaotic, addiction-filled home
01:56 – Experimenting with drugs and alcohol at a young age
03:13 – Homelessness, survival, and falling deeper into addiction
04:48 – The devastating loss of his father and the impact on his substance use
06:51 – Repeated arrests, consequences, and the inability to see the problem
08:35 – Realizing he wasn’t fooling anyone—his wake-up moment
10:17 – Early recovery attempts: Trying to control his use and failing
12:36 – The shift in mindset that finally led to real change
13:09 – Entering a sober house and learning what true recovery looks like
13:39 – A heartbreaking overdose that became a turning point
14:45 – The role of meetings, sponsorship, and building a strong network
17:02 – Opening a sober house and helping others find recovery
20:51 – Relapse, near death, and the lesson that changed everything
23:35 – Letting go of ego, chasing true fulfillment, and embracing a new way of life

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