He Thought He’d Die in Addiction. Now He’s Helping Others Live..

Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 177 | Eric shares his incredible transformation—from growing up surrounded by chaos, falling into addiction, and navigating incarceration, to building a life centered on recovery, family, and purpose. With brutal honesty and heartfelt insight, Eric reflects on the trauma he carried, the choices he made to survive, and the life-changing moment he finally surrendered.

Through his journey, Eric found not only freedom from substances but also the strength to heal, reconnect with his children, and become a guiding light for others walking the recovery path. If you've ever doubted whether change is possible, Eric’s story will remind you that redemption is always within reach.

💬 Topics covered:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Growing up in chaos and early trauma
06:30 – Life in the streets and surviving addiction
13:50 – What it took to finally surrender
19:20 – The turning point: jail and a higher calling
26:10 – Recovery, family, and becoming a father
33:00 – Giving back and finding purpose through service
38:45 – Final reflections and message to those still struggling

🔥 Key takeaway: “I didn’t think there was a way out—but recovery showed me there was.”

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