The Real Shawshank Redemption – an Interview with Chris Herren #297

“As long as I'm granted another day sober, that's the good life.” – Chris Herren

 

Chris Herren, former NBA basketball player, author and wellness advocate, has shared his story of substance-use recovery with over 1 million people nationwide. In this episode, Brian interviews Chris about his struggle with addiction, his path to sobriety and his ongoing mission to make a positive difference in the lives of others. 

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YOU WILL LEARN:

• How his addictions took hold.
• How he battled back to sobriety.
• How he is helping other people.

 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

www.herrentalks.com

https://herrenproject.org/

“Fall River Dreams,” by Bill Reynolds

“Unguarded,” ESPN Films 30 For 30

“Silver Linings Playbook,” movie

“Cinema Paradiso,” movie

“Cool Hand Luke,” movie

 

INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“There was always another mountain to climb, you know. And by the time I got there, I was just tired.” – Chris Herren

“I believe the word ‘rock bottom’ has killed a lot of people. I believe it's prevented a lot of families from doing the right thing and intervening much earlier.” – Chris Herren

“People who put more time into this early on, the chances of staying sober longer are much greater.” – Chris Herren

“When it comes to this topic, we talk about the worst day and we forget the first day.” – Chris Herren

“I'm an athlete. I'm a competitor. And I believe that recovery has given me a competitive edge. I believe it's made me better in all facets of my life.”  – Chris Herren

 

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Theme Music:  “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave