Fame, Addiction, Self-Sabotage & Redemption | James from Rise Above the Journey

What happens when childhood trauma, foster care, addiction, fame, self-sabotage, and heartbreak collide?In this episode of Walkabout Elevations, I sit down with James, founder of Rise Above The Journey, for one of the most honest and vulnerable conversations we've had on the show.James shares his journey from an angry and deeply troubled young man growing up in foster care in Liverpool, to experiencing reality TV fame, addiction, self-destruction, and ultimately finding peace and purpose.We discuss:• Childhood trauma and foster care• The masks we wear to survive• Reality TV fame and the addiction to validation• Self-sabotage and why intelligent people often struggle most• Addiction, recovery, and rebuilding a life from rock bottom• The difference between healing and acceptance• Why safety may be what we're all searching for• The RISE framework: Recognize, Integrate, Shift, EmbodyThis is a conversation about transformation, resilience, and the possibility of becoming someone entirely different from the person you once were.If you've ever struggled with self-worth, identity, relationships, or feeling stuck in old patterns, this episode is for you.