"I Hoarded Benzos and Alcohol and Planned My Final Relapse." | David's Recovery Story

#addictionrecovery #podcast #addictionawareness In this powerful episode of The Sober Fix Podcast, David Deane Haskell shares his deeply personal journey through childhood trauma, addiction, relapse, recovery, and the healing work that transformed his life. Together, we explore the connection between inner child wounds, codependency, substance abuse, self-worth, spirituality, and long-term sobriety.David opens up about the painful experiences that shaped his addiction, the role codependency played in his struggles, and why true recovery requires looking beyond the substances to address the emotional wounds underneath. We discuss relapse, powerlessness, 12-step recovery, self-love, and the difficult but rewarding process of healing the inner child.If you're struggling with addiction, alcoholism, trauma, codependency, relapse, or mental health challenges, this conversation offers hope, insight, and practical wisdom for the recovery journey.In This EpisodeChildhood trauma and its impact on addictionThe connection between codependency and substance abuseInner child work and emotional healingRelapse, acceptance, and personal growthThe role of spirituality in recoveryBuilding healthy relationships after addictionLong-term sobriety and recovery toolsPractical advice for those beginning their recovery journeyConnect with David Deane Haskell📚 Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/David-Haskell/author/B00DVBCZ5S📖 Wounded Angels: https://mybook.to/woundedangels🌐 Website: https://daviddeanehaskell.com✍️ Substack: https://innerchildjournal.substack.com📧 Contact: [email protected] with The Sober Fix Podcast🌐 Website: https://www.thesoberfixpodcast.com📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoberfixpodcast🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesoberfixIf you have a recovery story you'd like to share on the podcast, reach out through email or social media. We'd love to hear your story and help share your message with others seeking hope and recovery.