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EPISODE · Jul 22, 2025 · 1H 5M

From Porn, Adderall, and Alcohol to Peace Through One Prayer - Connor Shaw’s Redemption

from Overcoming Trauma Podcast · host Overcoming Trauma Podcast

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Connor Shaw opens up about his journey from a successful college athlete to hitting rock bottom—and ultimately finding spiritual transformation. Connor shares how his identity was rooted in sports and performance, and how, after losing that foundation, he turned to partying, drugs, and temporary pleasures to fill the growing void. Despite outward success, he felt increasingly lost, anxious, and depressed. After hitting a physical and emotional low while working in Florida, he made a life-altering decision: to turn fully to God. He describes the exact moment of surrender, his first real prayer, and the unexpected peace that washed over him. From battling addiction, self-doubt, and failure, to experiencing healing, joy, and purpose, Connor’s story is a raw and redemptive look at what it means to fully surrender and rebuild your life with God at the center. Whether you're struggling with self-worth, facing tough decisions, or just looking for hope, this conversation will inspire and uplift. Topics covered: Identity loss after college sports The dangers of chasing worldly pleasure Addiction to Adderall, alcohol, and validation Turning to God in the darkest moment The power of prayer and surrender Learning to love others by loving yourself Living with spiritual confidence Share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that no matter how far you've fallen, it's never too late to turn around.

<p>In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Connor Shaw opens up about his journey from a successful college athlete to hitting rock bottom—and ultimately finding spiritual transformation.</p><p>Connor shares how his identity was rooted in sports and performance, and how, after losing that foundation, he turned to partying, drugs, and temporary pleasures to fill the growing void. Despite outward success, he felt increasingly lost, anxious, and depressed. After hitting a physical and emotional low while working in Florida, he made a life-altering decision: to turn fully to God.</p><p>He describes the exact moment of surrender, his first real prayer, and the unexpected peace that washed over him. From battling addiction, self-doubt, and failure, to experiencing healing, joy, and purpose, Connor’s story is a raw and redemptive look at what it means to fully surrender and rebuild your life with God at the center.</p><p>Whether you&#39;re struggling with self-worth, facing tough decisions, or just looking for hope, this conversation will inspire and uplift.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Topics covered:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Identity loss after college sports</p></li><li><p>The dangers of chasing worldly pleasure</p></li><li><p>Addiction to Adderall, alcohol, and validation</p></li><li><p>Turning to God in the darkest moment</p></li><li><p>The power of prayer and surrender</p></li><li><p>Learning to love others by loving yourself</p></li><li><p>Living with spiritual confidence</p><p><br></p></li></ul><p><strong>Share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that no matter how far you&#39;ve fallen, it&#39;s never too late to turn around.</strong></p>

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