“At this point I didn’t want to survive. Looking back, that relapse was a test of myself. ‘Am I really an addict? Surely I can’t be, oh s*** I am!’ I needed to start recovery in that place of utter surrender, of complete and utter brokenness.”
In this second part of Nia’s conversation with Nick Hayes he continues to speak candidly about his journey towards sobriety. Nick shares the moment he reached his absolute rock bottom which led him to surrendering and accepting the disease that is active addiction. This part focuses on his journey into treatment , relapse & then into recovery. They also discuss friends & family of addicts & what they can do. Over 3 years clean and sober, Nick’s story is one of hope.
Watch Part 1 here.
Nick on Fishing for the Truth
I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Nia for her YouTube show ‘fishing for the truth’ - we spoke on my experience through addiction into recovery - Talking to Nia is like talking to a friend or family member you have known your whole life, she made me feel relaxed enough to open up & speak truthfully on a subject very close to my heart. With Nia I was able to tell my story with ease & articulate clearly. Her empathy, compassion & understanding make interviewees feel safe & able to speak from the heart. Nia helped keep the conversation ‘on track’ & sympathise through sharing her own thoughts & experiences. I feel a sense of clarity & peace being in Nia’s presence. It is always a joy to talk with Nia , I leave a conversation with her having felt like I have learned something more about myself & the world at large - she is soup for the soul.