Injured At Work: James' Battle with Prescription Meds & Alcohol (Recovery Journey)

James, an author, entrepreneur, podcaster, and life coach, shares his tumultuous journey dealing with substance use, injuries, and life's setbacks. He details how his fiancée and a spiritual awakening led him to sobriety, eventually becoming a motivational writer and recovery coach. With an emphasis on the importance of a supportive community, therapy, and spirituality, James highlights the transformative power of recovery and the impact of addressing both physical and emotional pain. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:43 James' Journey to Recovery 03:13 Overcoming Physical and Emotional Pain 05:19 Writing and Promoting Books 09:53 Spiritual Awakening and Recovery 15:03 Challenges and Lessons from the Streets 22:22 Turning Point and New Beginnings 23:01 Shared Experiences and Reflections 23:19 Challenges of Jail Life 24:14 Path to Recovery 24:37 Holistic Approach to Well-being 25:51 Importance of Community Support 26:29 Role of Recovery Coaching 27:24 Finding Purpose in Recovery 30:39 Consistency and New Habits 35:35 Volunteering and Community Engagement 37:05 Final Thoughts and Connection ----Across the Web---- 🌎 CCAR Website https://www.ccar.us ✉️ Donate: https://ccar.us/donate/ 🎙Recovery Matters Podcast (Apple Music): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 🎙Recovery Matters Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/1wGUMMO... 🗣Recovery Matters Podcast TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverymatterspodcast? 🗣Recovery Matters Podcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/recoverymatterspodcast/ 🗣CCAR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CCAR4Recovery 📸CCAR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccar4recovery 🐦CCAR Twitter: https://twitter.com/ccar4recovery