Guest: Justin Jelinski

The Sober Fix

In this episode of The Sober Fix Podcast, Justin Jelinski shares his journey through addiction, detailing his early influences, the progression of his substance use, and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, including personal tragedies and the impact of community support. Justin emphasizes the importance of gratitude, resilience, and the ongoing journey of recovery, highlighting that recovery is possible with the right mindset and support system. In this conversation, Justin Jelinski shares his profound journey of recovery from addiction, the loss of friends to substance abuse, and his mission to help others through his charity, Justin's Hope Foundation. He discusses the importance of individualized treatment for addiction, the role of spirituality in his recovery, and the need for compassion towards those struggling with addiction. Justin emphasizes gratitude for his life and the urgency of creating supportive environments for recovery.

Takeaways:
Gratitude is essential in recovery.
Childhood experiences can shape addiction pathways.
The transition from casual use to addiction can be swift.
Alcohol was a significant part of my addiction.
Withdrawal symptoms can be severe and life-threatening.
Rehabilitation can be a turning point in recovery.
Tragedy can serve as a catalyst for change.
Community support plays a crucial role in recovery.
Finding a sponsor can provide guidance and accountability.
Recovery is a continuous journey, not a destination. Justin reflects on the loss of friends to addiction and the impact it has had on him.
He emphasizes the importance of finding purpose and helping others in recovery.
Justin discusses the need for individualized treatment approaches in addiction recovery.
He shares his spiritual journey and how it has influenced his life and recovery.
Justin highlights the importance of gratitude in maintaining sobriety and a positive outlook.
He expresses the urgency of addressing the addiction crisis and helping those in need.
Justin's vision for his charity includes creating supportive facilities for recovery.
He stresses that everyone will face challenges related to addiction at some point in their lives.
Justin encourages newcomers to seek inpatient treatment for effective recovery.
He believes that recovery is possible and that it gets better with time and effort.

Justin: Instagram-@justins_hope_foundation_

Youtube: @Justin_jelinski

justinshopefoundation.org

TikTok: justins_hope_foundation

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