
#addictionawareness #addictionrecovery #soberlife
In this episode of The Sober Fix Podcast, host Drew sits down with Mike (@_recoveryraw_), who opens up about his powerful journey through addiction, relapse, and recovery. Mike shares how his early experiences with substance abuse and the nightlife scene fueled his addiction, the struggles of rehab and relapses, and how he ultimately found strength through counseling, support groups, and the 12-step program.Mike also dives into the challenges of food addiction in sobriety, the importance of community and faith in recovery, and his exciting new project—a recovery app designed to consolidate recovery resources and make support more accessible for those in need.This conversation is packed with hope, honesty, and practical insights for anyone struggling with addiction or walking the path of sobriety. Whether you’re battling alcohol addiction, drug addiction, food addiction, or simply searching for motivation in recovery, this episode will resonate with you.🔑 Key Takeaways:Addiction can stem from family history and environmentNightlife often worsens substance abuse strugglesRehab doesn’t work unless you’re ready to changeRelapses are part of the recovery journeyCounseling, support groups, and 12-step recovery are powerful toolsFinding passion helps maintain long-term sobrietyFood addiction is a real challenge in recoveryCommunity, faith, and support networks are key to success⏱ Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Addiction and Recovery01:22 Mike's Journey: Early Life and Addiction04:11 The Nightlife and Substance Use07:43 Rehab Experiences and Relapses11:39 The Cycle of Relapse and Recovery16:24 Recognizing the Problem and Seeking Help17:21 Current Sobriety and Support Systems20:07 Introduction to 12-Step Recovery23:40 The Importance of Community in Recovery26:22 The Struggle of Sobriety27:32 Switching Addictions: Food and Drugs31:50 The Birth of a Recovery App34:50 Finding Passion in Sobriety37:29 The Role of Counseling in Recovery40:47 Staying Strong: Avoiding Relapse43:26 Advice for Newcomers to Sobriety🌐 Connect with The Sober Fix Podcast:📧 Email: thesoberfixpodcast@gmail.com (Reach out if you want to share your story on the podcast!)🌍 Website: www.thesoberfixpodcast.com📸 Instagram: @thesoberfixpodcast🎵 TikTok: @thesoberfix📸 Connect with Mike:Instagram: @_recoveryraw_If you’re looking for sobriety motivation, recovery stories, addiction recovery tools, relapse prevention strategies, or real conversations about recovery, this episode is for you.