Episode Details

Hitting rock bottom with addiction, losing everything, and wondering if recovery is possible in your 20s? John Borden shares his powerful and honest journey from active addiction and despair to 14 years of sobriety. In this raw episode of Conversations with Sekani, he opens up about the mindset shifts, daily habits, faith, and community that saved his life. Perfect for young adults struggling with addiction, mental health, or feeling stuck — this conversation offers real hope and practical tools for transformation.

**Key Highlights:**

• The gradual slide into addiction and reaching rock bottom

• The turning point that led to recovery

• Building a new life through sobriety, faith, and discipline

• Practical habits and mindset tools for long-term freedom

• Helping others and turning pain into purpose

Connect with John Borden

Website:https://www.getpsychedfitness.com/

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Chapters

0:00 - Intro & Welcome

1:45 - John Borden Background & Early Life

5:10 - Path into Addiction

9:20 - Rock Bottom Moment

13:45 - The Turning Point & Decision to Change

18:30 - Recovery Journey & Challenges

23:10 - Building a Sober Life & New Identity

28:40 - Faith, Community & Daily Habits

33:15 - Advice for Young Adults Struggling

38:05 - Closing Takeaways & Guest Contacts