- Alcohol
- Drugs
- Mental Health
My 6 year battle with depression started with an unexpected pregnancy and losing my dream job of 16 years. This started a drinking and drug fueled depression. From painkillers to heavy drinking. I lost everything and everyone that meant something to me. Even surrounded by friends and family my life was empty.
I have finally fought my way back to a heathy and happy life through faith and grace. I had all along the professional help of the church, my therapist and EMDR therapy, my physiatrist, and marriage counseling. But most importantly my family and friends who never gave up on me. My village is my rock. I am so grateful.
Ultimately I am starting to come out of the fog of depression and alcohol abuse. I am an active member in the church, school, and community. But above all else I am mending old relationships and starting to make new ones. It’s all a work in progress, but ultimately I am taking responsibility for own life and happiness. The juice is worth the squeeze. Some people go through this life only wishing to feel normal. I finally feel like I am the man I was born to be. Just Jack.