Ben Fisher | From Alcohol, Opioid, & Suboxone Addiction to AA & Faith Reconnection
Description
Ben Fisher’s addiction recovery story spans decades of secret painkiller abuse, alcoholism, and spiritual struggle—all while leading worship at a church. After a blackout while caring for his infant daughter, Ben’s journey from alcohol, opioid, and Suboxone dependency to becoming a viral recovery advocate began. This is a deeply moving addiction recovery story rooted in faith, music, and second chances.
Explore addiction treatment resources: https://recovery.com
Connect with Ben: https://www.tiktok.com/@astringofhope, https://www.facebook.com/1stringofhope
00:00 The Urgency of Speaking Out
00:23 Introduction to Recovery Cast
00:39 Meet Ben Fisher: A Journey of Transformation
02:02 Ben's First Encounter with Alcohol
04:27 The Influence of Music and Idols
08:46 Balancing Two Lives: Church and Rock Star
14:46 Struggles with Addiction and Relationships
20:42 Rock Bottom and the Path to Recovery
32:35 Building a Tiny House: A Journey of Determination
33:07 A Father's Tough Love and a New Fire
34:33 Learning Guitar Building: A New Passion
35:11 The Birth of 'A String of Hope'
35:49 Going Public with Recovery
38:14 The Rise of Social Media Influence
39:59 Personal Growth and Relationships
43:47 Facing Fear and Embracing Change
00:00 The Power of Community and Connection
55:06 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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