The crushing weight of generational addiction can seem impossible to escape. For Anthony, growing up surrounded by alcoholism that claimed multiple family members created a blueprint for his own struggles. When Crohn's disease led to surgeries in his early 20s, prescription painkillers became his gateway to a twelve-year battle with multiple substances.What makes Anthony's story remarkable isn't just how far he fell—from unwittingly being drugged with meth by "friends" as a teenager to experiencing terrifying cocaine-induced paranoia that had him hiding under his bed. It's the profound spiritual awakening that came in his darkest moment, when after desperately praying, he heard what he describes as "the most beautiful violin playing I've ever heard in my life." This experience became the first step in a winding road to recovery that included a near-fatal car accident, psychiatric hospitalization, and multiple treatment attempts.Today, Anthony has transformed his life through faith, accountability, and creativity. His morning routine of prayer and Bible reading has dramatically reduced his anxiety and depression, while woodworking—a skill inherited from his father—provides purpose and a healthy outlet during challenging times. Perhaps most touching is how his recovery has begun healing family relationships, inspiring his father to attempt sobriety after years of alcoholism. Though he's never met his teenage son, Anthony now feels worthy of that relationship, hoping to show him "who his dad really is" rather than the person controlled by addiction.Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Anthony's journey demonstrates that redemption is possible even after years of darkness. As he says, "God can use a broken man." Ready to start your own healing journey? Reach out for support, develop healthy routines, and remember that your past doesn't determine your future.0:00 Song of a Broken Man7:27 Family History of Addiction15:47 Chance Encounter Keeps Podcast Alive24:13 Battling Multiple Addictions38:12 The Accident and Rock Bottom52:34 Finding God and Sobriety1:05:03 Fatherhood and Lost Connections

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