If you’ve ever felt weighed down by grief, addiction, or the silence that often surrounds mental health struggles, this episode is especially for you. I sit down with Damian Bloss, who generously shares his story of losing a loved one to suicide, battling addiction for 20 years, and the moment everything changed. Whether you’re a podcaster, creator, or simply someone seeking hope, you’ll walk away with practical insights on how speaking out can spark healing—not just for yourself, but for your audience, too.

Listen in to discover why breaking the silence is vital in conversations about mental health and addiction, and get tips on how to create safe spaces for sharing difficult stories. Damian also opens up about the turning points in his recovery journey and how family involvement and trauma therapy played a crucial role. You’ll leave with new ideas for supporting guests and fostering open, stigma-free dialogue in your own creative work.

Connect with Damian Bloss

Website: https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Silence-Journey-Addiction-Healing

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/breaking._.the._.silence/#

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Why We Celebrate
00:24 Introducing Damian Bloss
01:03 Damian’s Story: Grief & Addiction
01:47 The Weight of Losing a Loved One
03:11 Carrying Secrets Alone
05:45 Self-Destruction and Denial
06:40 What Rock Bottom Looked Like
07:44 The Accidental Call That Changed Everything
10:17 Beginning True Recovery
12:39 Why Breaking the Silence Matters
14:42 Family and Community Support
17:19 Life After Sobriety
19:45 Advice for Those Struggling
21:43 How to Connect With Damian
22:10 Episode Wrap-Up & Final Thanks