21 Years in Hollywood, 4 Years Sober - How an EP Found AA | Through Help & Back Podcast

Welcome to another episode of Through Help & Back. Today, we have the privilege of hosting Joel Relampagos, who shares his remarkable journey from battling addiction in the challenging landscape of the entertainment industry to achieving four years of sobriety and a life free from the grip of addiction. Join us as Joel offers profound insights into his personal transformation, highlighting the power of resilience, support, and the human spirit in overcoming adversity. This conversation is a testament to the strength within us all and serves as a beacon of hope for those facing similar struggles. Don't miss this powerful story of triumph and renewal that reminds us that recovery is possible and that every journey toward healing is unique and inspiring. Free mental wellness classes and therapist recommendations: changealgorithm.com Follow Joel On Instagram:   / changealgorithm   – 🚩 Episode Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:56 - Introducing Joel 03:13 - Why Joel moved to Hollywood 05:03 - Joel's 4-year sobriety anniversary 07:06 - Why did Joel start drinking? 10:44 - Sobriety & mental health 14:45 - How did Joel function at work while being a drinking addict? 17:44 - The sobriety process & breaking the addiction 20:19 - How did Joel's addiction affect the people around him? 24:04 - Joel's experience with rehab 29:24 - Anew Behavioral Health 30:34 - Spending the first 50 days of rehab 34:07 - The importance of staying humble during rehab 36:55 - Did Joel have any relapses along the way? 39:07 - Addictive thinking & habits 41:00 - Did Joel become a different person after recovering? 44:01 - How does Joel maintain his sobriety? 50:44 - Sharing stories and helping each other get through addiction 53:48 - The importance of "finding your tribe" 55:27 - Joel's socials & online platforms 57:22 - Joel's final message and tips 1:02:19 - Disclaimer – Through Help & Back is available on all major streaming platforms: • YouTube: http://bit.ly/3hhAwQp • Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PjHjWb • Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3VRLuuY • Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/3Ydf2Vk • Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3YbrWmS • Pandora: http://bit.ly/3YbPmsd • Stitcher: http://bit.ly/3UPcbPH • iHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/3BpbeGI Follow us on your favorite social media channels: • TikTok:   / helpandbackpodcast   • Instagram:   / helpandbackpodcast   • Twitter:   / helpandback   • Facebook:   / helpandback   – Thanks to Anew Behavioral Health for sponsoring this podcast. If you or a loved one is seeking help with mental health, behavioral health, or substance abuse, visit https://www.anewbh.com/ or email [email protected] for help. If you would like to be a guest on our show or want to submit topic ideas or questions, drop us a note here: https://forms.gle/jbnP4HxfuuwVHD698 – DISCLAIMER: The information provided by Help & Back should not be considered personal medical or mental health advice. It is not a substitute for professional care. Consult your own healthcare providers for specific guidance and do not rely solely on our content. We do not diagnose or treat conditions, and our advice should not be taken as medical or psychological guidance. Contact your healthcare provider if you have concerns or suspect an issue. – Produced by Leo Massoud, and managed by Iann Massoud. Effect author credits: Youlean Waveform, Youlean Drop Shadow - Youlean HUD 3D - Rado1 TextTrueType - Ville