Life Before Death - The Dave Vigneault Story | Through Help & Back Podcast

Welcome to a deeply moving episode of Through Help & Back. Today, we are honored to welcome Dave Vigneault, a resilient individual who has triumphed over an extraordinary series of life's challenges. Imagine the hurdles of growing up in a strict environment that stifled emotional expression, battling addiction that threatened his career and family, and then confronting a dire medical diagnosis. Dave's inspiring journey takes center stage as he shares his remarkable story of resilience and hope. Join us in this poignant conversation as we delve into the depths of adversity and discover the incredible strength of the human spirit. Dave's story is a testament to the power of determination and resilience in the face of life's most daunting challenges. Don't miss this episode filled with valuable insights and inspiration for anyone navigating their own journey of overcoming adversity and embracing triumph. – 🚩 Episode Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - Introducing Dave 04:53 - Dave's childhood & how it affects his current mindset 09:54 - Feeling not good enough & the impact of parental approval 13:19 - Did Dave ever get to communicate his issues with his dad? 18:28 - Dave's positive & negative coping skills 21:32 - Dave's break up & how getting addicted to alcohol 29:25 - Hitting rock bottom 36:47 - Were Dave's kids aware of his addiction 41:40 - Anew Behavioral Health 42:52 - Getting diagnosed & battling cancer 50:17 - Cancer struggles & chemotherapy 58:02 - How cancer affects family members 1:00:17 - Dave's mental struggles throughout his treatment 1:04:44 - How chemo is not for everybody 1:08:00 - What is Dave's current prognosis 1:09:45 - The 3 biggest takeaways from Dave's story 1:17:43 - 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