Free Like-Me
The "Free Like Me" podcast, hosted on YouTube by Clark Fredericks, is a platform for sharing powerful stories of resilience, healing, and transformation. Each episode delves into the personal narratives of individuals who have faced significant adversities, focusing on their journey towards overcoming these challenges and the lessons learned along the way. The podcast aims to inspire and support others by highlighting the importance of speaking up about trauma, advocating for mental health, and the pivotal role of friendship and community in the healing process.
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Free Like-Me
Ep. 9 Second Chances: From Addict to Activist
Second Chances: From Addict to Activist
In an uplifting episode of the Free Like Me podcast, host Clark Fredericks delves into Tommy D's harrowing yet inspiring journey from the depths of heroin addiction to a life of sobriety and purpose. Tommy's narrative begins with his early days of underage drinking, escalating through injury-induced painkiller use, to the grip of heroin addiction. Despite facing numerous challenges, including several attempts at rehabilitation, his story turns a corner with his final stint at a Salvation Army rehab program. Key to his recovery were acceptance, spirituality, a structured routine, and a newfound passion for fitness. Now a personal trainer and a sober bartender, Tom actively engages in community outreach and recovery advocacy, embodying the message that overcoming addiction is possible with determination, honesty, and community support. His experience is a beacon of hope, illustrating not just the possibility of recovery, but the potential for personal transformation and giving back to others facing similar struggles.