Joe Milligan: 29 Years Experience In Recovery

Chris engages with guest Joe Milligan in a deeply touching conversation. Joe, sober for nearly 30 years and now helping others through South Coast Counseling, describes his tumultuous journey from his first drunk experience to overcoming addiction. Joe’s personal narrative highlights the challenges within the addiction landscape and advocates for comprehensive treatment approaches. They discuss the grave realities of the opioid epidemic, the escalation of fentanyl, and the resulting rise in overdoses. Joe’s commitment to rebuilding his life and helping others do the same is inspirational to anyone struggling with addiction.

2:36 – Family, addiction, and missed career opportunities.

3:56 – First time being drunk.

7:40 – Switched from Pre-med to film despite significant obstacles.

11:10 – Replaced cocaine cravings with scotch consumption.

17:28 – Life-changing spiritual experience and sense of belonging.

21:10 – “The Pacific Group had a profound impact on my life, improving my sobriety and opening up job opportunities.”

27:44 – Shift in perspective resulted in discovering true happiness.

31:29 – Reluctantly entered the addiction treatment business due to necessity.

40:38 – Easy fentanyl access contributes to dangerous relapses.

42:59 – “I encountered the devastating impact of the drug epidemic.”

49:40 – Opiate addiction starts with experimentation and leads to dependence. 

55:04 – Extensive restructuring has vastly improved the organization’s potential.

1:00:11 – Creating a lasting impact and feeling grateful for it.