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E486 · Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
Dopey 480: Relapsing after 3 years clean! Kicking OC 80's, Heroin, Benzos and Suboxone with The Junky Barber of Mastic Shirley! Jail! Rehab! Christian from the Beach!
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15 days agoThis Week on Dopey! We are joined by Christian from the beach! Christian delivers the serious Dopey with a side order of the power of LOVE. Christian tells all from weed to ecstacy to oxys to heroin. PLUS kicking suboxone - using in jail and much more! PLUS THE RETURN OF JT aka Whitey Tighties! Sugar Bear Bukaty! Dopey notes and much more!
Here is AI on christian talk:
SummaryIn this conversation, David Manheim interviews Christian Carbone about his experience with addiction. Christian shares his journey from smoking weed as a teenager to becoming a drug dealer and developing a dependence on opiates. He discusses the culture of selling and using pills, as well as the progression from eating to sniffing them. Christian also talks about his relationship with his wife and how his addiction affected their life together. The conversation highlights the allure and destructive nature of addiction. In this part of the conversation, David Manheim shares his journey of addiction and recovery. He talks about how his life changed after getting sober and starting the Dopey podcast. He also discusses the impact of the opioid crisis and the role of prescription drugs in his addiction. David reflects on the moments that led him to see himself as a drug addict and the challenges he faced during his addiction. He emphasizes the importance of finding a higher power and the power of love in his recovery. David Manheim shares his experiences during his relapse and the consequences he faced. He talks about his involvement in the shoe business and the success he achieved. However, he also reveals his increasing use of drugs and alcohol, including weed, ecstasy, and cocaine. He describes how he ignored the signs of his addiction and continued to justify his behavior. The chapter ends with his realization that he had a drinking problem after a series of incidents, including a car accident. In this final part of the conversation, David Manheim shares his experiences of relapse and the turning point that led him to take his sobriety seriously. He talks about the importance of sponsorship and service in his recovery journey. He emphasizes the need to help others and stay connected to the program to maintain sobriety. David also reflects on the fallibility of humans and the importance of staying vigilant in recovery.
Keywordsaddiction, drugs, weed, pills, opiates, drug dealer, culture, progression, sniffing, relationship, addiction, recovery, sobriety, Dopey podcast, opioid crisis, prescription drugs, drug addict, higher power, love, relapse, consequences, shoe business, drugs, alcohol, addiction, weed, ecstasy, cocaine, drinking problem, car accident, relapse, turning point, sobriety, sponsorship, service, recovery journey, help others, staying connected, fallibility, vigilance
Takeaways
- Christian's addiction started with smoking weed as a teenager and quickly progressed to using and selling pills.
- The culture of selling and using pills was prevalent during Christian's addiction, with corrupt pharmacies and various sources for obtaining drugs.
- Christian's addiction led to destructive behavior and strained relationships, including his marriage.
- The allure of opiates, particularly the feeling of going from sick to well, was a driving force in Christian's addiction.
- Christian's story highlights the destructive nature of addiction and the need for support and recovery. Addiction can have a profound impact on a person's life, but recovery is possible with the right support and resources.
- The opioid crisis has had devastating effects on individuals and communities, highlighting the need for better education and prevention strategies.
- Recognizing oneself as a drug addict is a crucial step towards recovery, and it often comes after experiencing negative consequences and hitting rock bottom.
- Finding a higher power and tapping into the power of love can be trans
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