Everyone is Addicted

I Hit Rock Bottom and Found Salvation

John David Gregory kept his darkest secrets to himself, afraid sharing what happened to him would change how people saw him. From childhood abuse and trauma at the hands of people he trusted most, to addiction, Hollywood and women he has decided to tell his story. He does not hold back, and is transparent about everything he has been through and the life lessons he has learned. He hopes by opening up he can inspire other's to do so as well. He feels a weight has been lifted since he's written his memoir the Faceless Man, and says it has given him back his identity. He hopes to inspire others by speaking out about his life and give them hope that there's a light at the end of the tunnel and recovery is possible. John's Website: www.johndavindgergory.com [http://www.johndavindgergory.com] @JohnDavidGregory-AList [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCdTNj_u0t5FgcurdCdBHjZQ] #recovery #podmatch #faith #realstory #hollywood If you want to control your drinking, drink less, or quit altogether, Sunnyside meets you where you are. Change doesn’t have to be all or nothing. 👉 https://sunnyside.co/jasmine [https://sunnyside.co/jasmine] 📌 Follow Us on Social Media: 🔹 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasmine.deedee.9 [https://www.facebook.com/jasmine.deedee.9] 🔹 Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/bootlejasmine/ [https://www.instagram.com/bootlejasmine/] 📧 Email: jasminebootle23@gmail.com [jasminebootle23@gmail.com] Website: www.everyoneisaddicted.com [http://www.everyoneisaddicted.com]

I Just Wanted Friends But Ended Up in the Latin Kings at 14

Kris D. Roberts Shouldn’t Be Alive… But His Story Will Inspire You Kris D. Roberts shouldn’t even be alive today to share this story. At just 3 years old, Kris was struck by a car in an accident that should have been fatal. That moment marked the beginning of a life shaped by trauma, resilience, and survival. After his parents separated, Kris moved from a small town to a big city where he became a minority in his school and faced relentless bullying. Like so many young people searching for belonging, he only wanted friends. At 16, that desire led him to hang out with older guys on the corner—choices that would send his life spiraling in directions he never imagined. Despite everything, Kris never let go of his dream of becoming an actor. After finding recovery, he made a bold move to Hollywood, determined to rewrite his story. Today, Kris is acting in small roles and actively building the life he once only dreamed of. This powerful conversation is proof that your past does not define your future. No matter your age, struggles, or where you come from—you can still heal, recover, and live your dreams. If you or someone you love is navigating addiction recovery, trauma, bullying, or finding purpose after pain, this story will remind you that hope is real and transformation is possible. #RecoveryStory #AddictionRecovery #TraumaHealing #SecondChances #EveryoneIsAddicted #SobrietyJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #Inspiration #OvercomingAdversity #NeverGiveUp 🌐 Learn more & explore recovery resources: 👉 www.everyoneisaddicted.com [http://www.everyoneisaddicted.com] 📌 Follow Us on Social Media: 🔹 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasmine.deedee.9 [https://www.facebook.com/jasmine.deedee.9] 🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bootlejasmine/ [https://www.instagram.com/bootlejasmine/] 📧 Business & Collaborations: jasminebootle23@gmail.com [jasminebootle23@gmail.com] If you want to control your drinking, drink less, or quit altogether, Sunnyside meets you where you are. Change doesn’t have to be all or nothing. 👉 https://sunnyside.co/jasmine [https://sunnyside.co/jasmine]

It Feels Like I'm Spinning Plates

In her journey as a mom, Karen has supported her kids through the Five Big A’s: Adoption, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism and Addiction. More than 25 years of parenting has been bookended by infertility on one side and conceiving a surprise bio child in her mid-40’s. She has also been raising one of her grandchildren. You might say she has seen it all and not just survived to tell the stories. Karen has learned to Thrive, not just in spite of it all but because of it all. Karen and her husband Michael have co-authored Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective and The Fruit of Gratitude. Together they hope to live long enough to experience having an empty nest! Karen brings hope for you to find you can thrive and be at peace in the midst of your own chaotic life.

Can Hypnotherapy Actually Heal You?

This is more than a recovery story — it’s a testament to the power of the subconscious mind. After a devastating brain injury left him living in darkness, Matt Johnson’s life was forever changed. As his physical recovery stalled, Matt discovered a hidden truth: unresolved PTSD was silently blocking his ability to heal. What the body couldn’t release, the subconscious was holding onto. Through hypnotherapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Matt learned how to rewire the subconscious mind, release deeply rooted emotional trauma, and finally begin true healing. What started as a personal breakthrough soon became a calling. Today, Matt Johnson is a hypnotist and NLP coach who has turned his own recovery journey into powerful methods that help others: * Release long-held emotional baggage * Break free from subconscious blocks * Heal trauma stored in the nervous system * Overcome addictive patterns at the root * Reclaim clarity, confidence, and control This video shares Matt’s raw journey — from injury and isolation to purpose and transformation — and offers hope to anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in cycles they can’t explain. If you’re struggling with trauma, PTSD, addiction, or emotional pain that won’t let go, this story may remind you that healing is possible — even when it feels out of reach. 💬 Join the conversation in the comments — your story matters. 👍 Like, share, and subscribe to support honest conversations about mental health, trauma recovery, and subconscious healing. My website provides lots of support and resources: www.everyoneisaddicted.com [http://www.everyoneisaddicted.com] #podmatch#everyoneisaddicted#hypnotherapy#healingwithoutmedication#awarness

💔 Misdiagnosed, Medicated, and Addicted at 14 — Eirinn’s Story of Survival & Recovery 💔

At just 14 years old, Eirinn was struggling with her mental health and did what she was told to do — she asked for help. What followed would shape the next decade of her life. She was diagnosed with ADHD and prescribed Adderall, while also being given opiates for back pain. These powerful medications created a euphoric effect that her young brain quickly became dependent on. Each time Eirinn returned to her therapist expressing that she still didn’t feel right, her dosage was increased — until she reached the maximum amount legally allowed. Despite being addicted, Eirinn knew something deeper was wrong. For years, her concerns were dismissed. She was labeled, misunderstood, and slowly became the black sheep of her family, spiraling into darker thoughts and additional substance use. But Eirinn never stopped advocating for herself. Eventually, she received the diagnosis that finally made sense: Bipolar Disorder. That moment changed everything. She got sober by going cold turkey, enduring extreme withdrawals at a very young age — a level of strength and resilience that is nothing short of inspiring. With the correct diagnosis, proper medication, and the support of a peer support worker, Eirinn began to truly understand herself for the first time. Today, Eirinn is sober, stable, and thriving — and she’s turned her pain into purpose. 🌱 Eirinn is now a Peer Support Worker, using her lived experience to help others navigate addiction and mental health challenges. She believes peer support creates deeper trust, because clients feel truly seen and understood by someone who has been there. Instead of putting a band-aid on problems with prescriptions alone, she uses empathy, experience, and knowledge to support real healing. ⚠️ Eirinn’s story is also a powerful reminder for parents: Medications like Adderall can be dangerous for developing minds. Awareness, second opinions, and alternative supports matter. Our children deserve to be listened to — not silenced. If this story resonates with you, or if you or someone you love has been affected by misdiagnosis, overmedication, addiction, or mental health struggles, you are not alone. 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments 🔔 Subscribe for real recovery stories & mental health awareness ❤️ Share this video to help protect and inform others #MentalHealthAwareness #AddictionRecovery #AdderallRisks #Misdiagnosis #BipolarDisorder #PeerSupport #SoberLiving #YouthMentalHealth #MedicationAwareness #RecoveryStory#podmatch