Go Beyond Alone in Recovery with Kenny Stoddart | Episode 496

Learn more about Kenny Stoddart person in long term recoveryfounder of Iron Mind Advisors: https://www.ironmindadvisors.com/ Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation: Big Book - https://www.aa.org/the-big-book Best piece of Recovery advice: Ask for help Song that symbolizes Recovery to Kenny: My Cross by JellyRoll - https://youtu.be/GQHYXBwKnpk?si=ymnpPoNhamVPtyh5 TakeawaysAlcohol was Kenny's drug of choice, highlighting its socialacceptance and danger.Kenny's sober date is 11-7-24, marking a significant turningpoint in his life.Sobriety has brought clarity, gratitude, and a sense ofgrace to Kenny's life.Kenny emphasizes the importance of sharing recovery storiesto help others.He serves the recovery community through social media andpublic speaking.Kenny believes in the power of vulnerability and honesty inrecovery.He reflects on the trauma of being expelled from high schooland its impact on his life.Kenny discusses the addictive nature of chasing success andvalidation.He emphasizes the importance of taking off the 'cape' ofhigh achievement in recovery.Kenny encourages others to take the first step towardsrecovery, emphasizing that it's never too late. Recovery has many definitionsand can take many forms.Community plays a crucial role in the recovery process.Vulnerability is a strength that fosters connection andsupport.Spirituality and faith can be foundational in recovery.The 'Iron Mind' mentality helps in overcoming challenges.Forgiveness and self-compassion are essential for healing.Sobriety can lead to a more fulfilling and present life.Asking for help is a sign of true strength.Music can be a powerful symbol of recovery andtransformation.Every recovery journey is unique and beautiful.SummaryIn this episode of The Way Out Podcast, Kenny Stoddartshares his journey of recovery from alcoholism, emphasizing the importance ofvulnerability, community support, and the transformative power of sobriety. Hediscusses the impact of his past experiences, including being expelled fromhigh school, and how they shaped his path towards addiction and eventualrecovery. Kenny highlights the significance of serving the recovery communitythrough social media and public speaking, advocating for open conversationsabout addiction and mental health. He reflects on the challenges of chasingsuccess and validation, and how recovery has allowed him to redefine hisidentity and purpose in life. In this conversation, Kenny Stoddart shares hisjourney of recovery, emphasizing the importance of community, spirituality, andself-compassion. He discusses the challenges and successes he has faced,including the transformative power of vulnerability and the 'Iron Mind'mentality that has helped him overcome adversity. Kenny highlights thesignificance of asking for help and the role of music in his recovery journey,ultimately inspiring others to embrace their own paths to healing. Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available onlyon Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast! https://open.spotify.com?episode/07lvzwUq1L6VQGnZuH6OLz?si=3eyd3PxVRWCKz4pTurLcmA (c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved. ThemeMusic: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠)licensedunder CCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)