The Robbery That Saved a Life : A Story of Trauma, Addiction, and Redemption with Joshua Blomquist [Part Two]

[Content Warning]: Drug use, child abuse, neglect, child sexual abuse, addiction, attempted suicide, overdose, suicidal ideation Today, Jan is again joined by Joshua Blomquist. In part two, Josh, emerging from prison with a new perspective, shares the powerful second half of his story. He details his journey through recovery, beginning as a case manager at the very organization that helped him, "Helping Hands." Josh discusses the profound work of addressing his trauma, learning that the question isn't "what's wrong with you?" but "what happened to you?". His experiences, once a source of shame, became his greatest asset in helping others. Now the Chief Operating Officer of a multi-million dollar organization, he reveals how he found purpose, healed relationships, and is ensuring his own child has an ACEs score of zero.Where To Find Helping Hands:Helping Hands Reentry ProgramInsta: @HelpingHandsHopeCentersFB: Helping Hands Reentry Outreach CentersIf you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal ideation, please access the resources below:National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988National Sexual Assault Hotline  (RAINN) : 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)National Alliance for Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264Subscribe / Support / Contact:🍎 Review on Apple🎶 Review on Spotify✍ Share Your Story🌐 Podcast Website🔴 YouTube📷 Instagram   Jan Broberg Foundation:💝 Foundation Website📒  The Jan Broberg Story🗞 Sign Up For Our Newsletter💞 Thrivivors