• John's Journey: From a First Drink at 12 to a Life Changed by Alcohol.

  • Oct 18 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 9 mins
  • Podcast

John's Journey: From a First Drink at 12 to a Life Changed by Alcohol.

  • Summary

  • In this compelling episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, John Buckley candidly shares his harrowing yet inspiring journey through alcoholism and his ultimate path to sobriety. Growing up in an Irish immigrant household with a father battling alcohol addiction, John reflects on his early encounters with drinking and the profound impact it had on his identity, education, and relationships. From dealing with high-stress environments on Wall Street to personal crises, including his father's death and his own terrifying health scare. Through immense challenges and with significant resilience, John has successfully reclaimed his life, offering hope and practical advice to those battling similar struggles.

    Links:

    Sober Motivation Community 2 week trial: https://sobermotivation.mn.co

    1:1 Sobriety Mentorship Info: https://www.sobermotivationmedia.com/1-1-mentorship

    SoberLink: https://www.soberlink.com/recover

    John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jbuckofficial/

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

    00:29 John's Childhood and Family Background

    01:39 Early Experiences with Alcohol

    13:11 College Years and Identity Struggles

    19:58 Career in Sales and Drinking Culture

    24:15 Family Struggles and Father's Decline

    32:39 The Illusion of Control

    33:49 Life in Manhattan

    35:19 Meeting Debbie

    36:31 Fatherhood and Escalation

    38:47 COVID and the Downward Spiral

    41:07 Hitting Rock Bottom

    44:03 The Turning Point

    51:13 A New Beginning

    53:16 Reflections and Advice

    Show More Show Less
activate_Holiday_promo_in_buybox_DT_T2

What listeners say about John's Journey: From a First Drink at 12 to a Life Changed by Alcohol.

Average customer ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.