Former NRL Star's Addiction and the Hope from Seeking Help

In this episode of "Stories of Hope," former NRL player (now Super League Player) Liam Knight candidly shares his journey of overcoming addiction to drugs and alcohol. He discusses the private battles he faced as a public figure, the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, and the supportive environment that facilitated his recovery. Liam recounts the challenges he faced, including the mental health struggles exacerbated by injuries and prescription medications. Through his story, he highlights the importance of breaking the stigma around mental health, especially for men, and emphasises the power of seeking help and sharing one's journey. His experience offers hope and encouragement to those grappling with similar struggles, demonstrating resilience and the potential for a fulfilling life in sobriety.***Thank you for listening to Stories of HOPE: Inspiring Humans with Kerrie Atherton.Kerrie Atherton is an Inspiring Speaker, Professional Counsellor and Mental Health Coach. To find out more about "Stories of Hope: Worldwide", head to https://storiesofhope.com.au/.Purchase books in the "Stories of Hope" series, written by Kerrie: https://storiesofhope.com.au/product/stories-of-hope-australia-books/.With thanks to:Music: "Pilgrims" by Daniel Pratt (artlist.io)Editing & Production: Matthew Bliss ([email protected])Mentioned in this episode:Kerrie Atherton Offers Counselling Sessions to Support YouIf the topics discussed in this episode resonate with you and you'd like to talk to someone, Kerrie Atherton is available for counselling sessions. Click the link to book a session with Kerrie today.Book a Session with Kerrie TodayAdvertise with Stories of Hope PodcastHere at Stories of Hope, Kerrie Atherton's mission is to give people a platform to share their stories of hope with the world and we also want to provide the same chance to businesses that are passionate about mental health and want to support the podcast. If you'd like to partner with Stories of Hope and advertise your services on this podcast, send a message to [email protected] with your details.