#15 - Jason Coombs: Unhooked - How to Help an Addicted Loved One Recover

The Wild Chaos Podcast

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How do you transform your darkest struggles into a beacon of hope for others? That's the question we explore with our guest, Jason Coombs, whose incredible journey from battling ADHD, anxiety, and addiction to becoming a mental health advocate and best-selling author is nothing short of inspiring. Jason's story highlights the critical importance of addressing mental health and substance abuse, particularly in our digital age, and offers invaluable insights into the complexities of addiction.
In today's episode, Jason walks us through his tumultuous high school years where curiosity and peer pressure led him down a dangerous path of substance use. He shares the gripping moments of his life unraveling due to a drug scandal at his workplace, shedding light on the surreal double life he once led. We'll also delve into the mental and emotional toll of addiction, and Jason's endless struggle between the torment of untreated mental health disorders and the brutal cycle of relapse and recovery.
Finally, we explore the transformative power of supportive relationships and purposeful living. Jason reveals pivotal moments that steered him towards recovery, including the moving experience of considering adoption for his newborn son and the spiritual awakening that followed. From humbling beginnings to founding multiple recovery centers, Jason's story is a testament to resilience and the power of hope. Tune in to hear how his personal journey has now become a lifeline for others struggling with similar battles.
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1. #15 - Jason Coombs: Unhooked - How to Help an Addicted Loved One Recover (00:00:00)

2. Mental Health Advocacy and Overcoming Addiction (00:00:06)

3. Teenage Substance Use Escalation and Intervention (00:14:06)

4. Drug Scandal Unfolds at News Station (00:31:44)

5. Understanding Substance Use Disorder (00:35:28)

6. Addiction, Relapse, and Recovery (00:41:44)

7. Struggles of Addiction and Recovery (00:55:47)

8. Boundaries in Addiction Recovery (01:06:22)

9. Parenting and Addiction Prevention Strategies (01:21:33)

10. Journey to Recovery and Redemption (01:32:46)

11. Personal Journey to Finding Higher Power (01:49:06)

12. From Hot Dogs to Healing (02:01:51)

13. Motivational Interviewing and Enabling Boundaries (02:16:51)

14. Family, Mental Health, and Society (02:29:07)

15. Recovery Stories Inspire Hope and Support (02:32:01)