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Why Sobriety Means Letting Go of Control : The Road to Freedom From Addiction With Tom
On this episode of Recovering Out Loud, Anthony sits down with his returning guest and good friend Tom to have a brutally honest conversation about addiction, recovery, and the daily struggles of staying sober. Tom shares his story of biking through harsh winters to meetings, the crushing weight of ego and self-destruction, and how learning humility was one of the biggest gifts sobriety has given him.
They dive into the common but deadly "fuck it" moments that lead addicts to relapse, the fantasy of freedom that drugs and alcohol promise but never deliver, and the importance of outside support and community in staying on the path. Tom also talks about his creative career struggles while drinking, his journey with ADHD medication, and how he's learning to relinquish control and embrace help.
This episode is a heartfelt reminder that addiction is universal, that everyone’s story is different yet similar, and that real recovery comes with daily work, grace, and hope.
If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, reach out. You’re not alone.
ADDICTION GUIDES on Amazon
WHATS WRONG WITH MY TEEN?
The Recovery Journal
00:00 - Intro & Welcome to Recovering Out Loud
00:43 - Tom’s return & biking as early recovery therapy
02:10 - The motivating power of doing hard things in sobriety
03:20 - Surviving addiction: weight gain, injury, and denial
07:10 - Anthony opens up about losing his job and ego hits
09:20 - Comparing lives and giving oneself grace in recovery
13:00 - The power of authentic support and cutting toxic people
15:00 - Ego, humility, and learning to ask for help
18:40 - The "fuck it" moments that lead to relapse
21:00 - Sobriety’s inverse progress and personal achievements
23:20 - The fantasy of freedom vs. the reality of addiction
26:20 - Alcoholism’s preparation rituals & life consequences
29:00 - Responsibility and accountability in recovery
31:30 - The power of hope and community in staying sober
35:00 - ADHD, medication, and outside help in recovery
38:30 - Addiction’s impact on creativity and career
42:00 - The ongoing process of recovery and humility
45:00 - Closing thoughts and encouragement
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By ROL ProductionsOn this episode of Recovering Out Loud, Anthony sits down with his returning guest and good friend Tom to have a brutally honest conversation about addiction, recovery, and the daily struggles of staying sober. Tom shares his story of biking through harsh winters to meetings, the crushing weight of ego and self-destruction, and how learning humility was one of the biggest gifts sobriety has given him.
They dive into the common but deadly "fuck it" moments that lead addicts to relapse, the fantasy of freedom that drugs and alcohol promise but never deliver, and the importance of outside support and community in staying on the path. Tom also talks about his creative career struggles while drinking, his journey with ADHD medication, and how he's learning to relinquish control and embrace help.
This episode is a heartfelt reminder that addiction is universal, that everyone’s story is different yet similar, and that real recovery comes with daily work, grace, and hope.
If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, reach out. You’re not alone.
ADDICTION GUIDES on Amazon
WHATS WRONG WITH MY TEEN?
The Recovery Journal
00:00 - Intro & Welcome to Recovering Out Loud
00:43 - Tom’s return & biking as early recovery therapy
02:10 - The motivating power of doing hard things in sobriety
03:20 - Surviving addiction: weight gain, injury, and denial
07:10 - Anthony opens up about losing his job and ego hits
09:20 - Comparing lives and giving oneself grace in recovery
13:00 - The power of authentic support and cutting toxic people
15:00 - Ego, humility, and learning to ask for help
18:40 - The "fuck it" moments that lead to relapse
21:00 - Sobriety’s inverse progress and personal achievements
23:20 - The fantasy of freedom vs. the reality of addiction
26:20 - Alcoholism’s preparation rituals & life consequences
29:00 - Responsibility and accountability in recovery
31:30 - The power of hope and community in staying sober
35:00 - ADHD, medication, and outside help in recovery
38:30 - Addiction’s impact on creativity and career
42:00 - The ongoing process of recovery and humility
45:00 - Closing thoughts and encouragement