Addiction, trauma and recovery | J Raymond on healing, solitude and purpose

Addiction, trauma and recovery are deeply connected to self-worth, identity and the ability to be alone without escaping ourselves.In this episode, J Raymond shares his journey of growing up in a household shaped by alcoholism, and how this influenced his own relationship with addiction, creativity and life.He reflects on the turning points that led him towards recovery, including the loss of his father, and how confronting his past, finding community and writing became central to his healing.J speaks about the role of solitude, self-compassion and purpose, and how learning to sit with yourself can transform both your inner world and the life you build.He is the best-selling author of multiple works, including The Kindred Project, a collection of stories from others in recovery, and is known for his raw, honest writing on love, grief, addiction and the human experience.You can find J here: Website: www.jraymondwriting.com About Mari WilliamsMari Williams, The Mind Architect, works privately with leaders, co-founders, teams and public figures navigating complex decisions, pressure and identity. Her work blends leadership, psychology and strategy to help clients think clearly, resolve patterns and build a life they genuinely enjoy. Website: www.mari-williams.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariwilliams/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aloneandrising