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Overcoming Addiction: Finding Peace Through Fly Fishing

In the final episode of season 3 of 'No Magic Bullet: What's in Your Toolbox,' host Bobby K., a comedian and mental health advocate, engages in an honest and insightful conversation with guest Chris. Chris, the son of an old friend, shares his lifelong battle with addiction, starting from his early days of adrenaline addiction and leading to serious struggles with opioids, ADD medication, and alcohol. Despite numerous relapses, Chris eventually finds solace and stability through the 12-step program and reconnecting with nature and fly fishing. This episode underscores the importance of acceptance, community support, and finding healthy coping mechanisms to manage mental health and addiction. Chris's journey is a compelling testament to the concept that mental health recovery is an ongoing, lifelong process.

00:00 Introduction to What's in Your Toolbox

01:17 Meet the Guest: Chris 

03:34 Chris's Early Life and Adrenaline Addiction

08:18 Struggles with Opioid Addiction

15:42 The Road to Recovery

20:56 Fly Fishing as a Tool for Recovery

23:04 COVID-19 and Alcohol Addiction

28:05 Finding Stability and Acceptance

36:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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