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Ep 96: Facing the Unthinkable: Going to Prison at 17 Years Sober

A must-listen for anyone facing overwhelming challenges and searching for the strength to persevere. In this episode, we sit down with Bernie, a man who’s been sober for over 17 years, as he prepares to serve a federal prison sentence. A MARR alumnus from 2006, Bernie shares how losing touch with his recovery network led to illegal business decisions that changed his life. With unwavering honesty, Bernie reflects on how distancing himself from recovery made him vulnerable to poor choices. However, he managed to stay sober, rebuild his recovery network, and face the consequences of his actions. He speaks candidly about the fear and uncertainty of facing prison and his confidence that his Higher Power will use this unthinkable experience as an opportunity for him to help others. Join us as Bernie opens up about his past, his present, and the uncertain future that awaits him behind bars. [https://www.marrinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Podcast-Ep.-94-Google-768x578.png] The post Ep 96: Facing the Unthinkable: Going to Prison at 17 Years Sober [https://www.marrinc.org/ep-96-facing-the-unthinkable-going-to-prison-at-17-years-sober/] appeared first on https://www.marrinc.org.

Ep 96: Facing the Unthinkable: Going to Prison at 17 Years Sober

A must-listen for anyone facing overwhelming challenges and searching for the strength to persevere. In this episode, we sit down with Bernie, a man who’s been sober for over 17 years, as he prepares to serve a federal prison sentence. A MARR alumnus from 2006, Bernie shares how losing touch with his recovery network led to illegal business decisions that changed his life. With unwavering honesty, Bernie reflects on how distancing himself from recovery made him vulnerable to poor choices. However, he managed to stay sober, rebuild his recovery network, and face the consequences of his actions. He speaks candidly about the fear and uncertainty of facing prison and his confidence that his Higher Power will use this unthinkable experience as an opportunity for him to help others. Join us as Bernie opens up about his past, his present, and the uncertain future that awaits him behind bars. [https://livemarrincorg.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Podcast-Ep.-94-Google-768x578.png] The post Ep 96: Facing the Unthinkable: Going to Prison at 17 Years Sober [https://livemarrincorg.kinsta.cloud/ep-96-facing-the-unthinkable-going-to-prison-at-17-years-sober/] appeared first on https://livemarrincorg.kinsta.cloud.

Ep 96: Facing the Unthinkable: Going to Prison at 17 Years Sober

A must-listen for anyone facing overwhelming challenges and searching for the strength to persevere. In this episode, we sit down with Bernie, a man who’s been sober for over 17 years, as he prepares to serve a federal prison sentence. A MARR alumnus from 2006, Bernie shares how losing touch with his recovery network led to illegal business decisions that changed his life. With unwavering honesty, Bernie reflects on how distancing himself from recovery made him vulnerable to poor choices. However, he managed to stay sober, rebuild his recovery network, and face the consequences of his actions. He speaks candidly about the fear and uncertainty of facing prison and his confidence that his Higher Power will use this unthinkable experience as an opportunity for him to help others. Join us as Bernie opens up about his past, his present, and the uncertain future that awaits him behind bars. [https://www.marrinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Podcast-Ep.-94-Google-768x578.png] Bernie with his family just 30 minutes before leaving for prison The post Ep 96: Facing the Unthinkable: Going to Prison at 17 Years Sober [https://www.marrinc.org/ep-96-facing-the-unthinkable-going-to-prison-at-17-years-sober/] appeared first on https://www.marrinc.org.

Ep 95: From Desperation to Significance

MARR’s New CEO Todd Stumbo has been in recovery since July 2004. In this episode, Todd opens up about the raw reality of his history of addiction, and the powerful experience of rebuilding his life. He also shares his insights on how the concept of service and community played a pivotal role in his recovery and personal growth. We also talk about what drew him to taking on the role of CEO at MARR. In addition, he addresses some of the questions he’s been getting since the announcement was made that he was taking on this role. Join us as we dive deep into Todd’s inspiring story of moving from desperation to purpose. [https://www.marrinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Podcast-Ep.-94-Google-1.png] The post Ep 95: From Desperation to Significance [https://www.marrinc.org/ep-95-from-desperation-to-significance/] appeared first on https://www.marrinc.org.

Ep 95: From Desperation to Significance

MARR’s New CEO Todd Stumbo has been in recovery since July 2004. In this episode, Todd opens up about the raw reality of his history of addiction, and the powerful experience of rebuilding his life. He also shares his insights on how the concept of service and community played a pivotal role in his recovery and personal growth. We also talk about what drew him to taking on the role of CEO at MARR. In addition, he addresses some of the questions he’s been getting since the announcement was made that he was taking on this role. Join us as we dive deep into Todd’s inspiring story of moving from desperation to purpose. [https://livemarrincorg.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Podcast-Ep.-94-Google-1.png] The post Ep 95: From Desperation to Significance [https://livemarrincorg.kinsta.cloud/ep-95-from-desperation-to-significance/] appeared first on https://livemarrincorg.kinsta.cloud.