#47 - Ambrose - Hepatitis C, Prison, Heroin, Stigma, Peer Support, Recovery Advocacy & Micro-Elimination

Believe in People: Addiction, Recovery & Stigma

Matt sits down with Ambrose, a prominent figure in the recovery community, to explore his remarkable journey from severe substance misuse to recovery and advocacy. Ambrose shares his harrowing experience with various substances, including alcohol, cannabis, ecstasy, LSD, amphetamines, temazepam, diazepam, and heroin.

Ambrose recounts his early struggles with substance misuse as a coping mechanism for social awkwardness, leading to life behind bars and deep despair, including relationship breakdowns and suicidal thoughts. His story highlights the complexities of addiction, the significance of personal responsibility, and the journey toward regaining control over one's life.

A pivotal part of his recovery was the peer support he received, which played a crucial role in his return to health and stability. Ambrose’s current work with the Hepatitis C Trust underscores his dedication to helping others, as he educates and supports individuals in their recovery, with a goal of eliminating the virus by 2030.

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Chapters

1. Ambrose's Recovery From Addiction and Stigma (00:00:00)

2. Early Troubles (00:10:04)

3. Personal Responsibility in Addiction Recovery (00:15:39)

4. Realization of Addiction and Identity (00:20:10)

5. Navigating Addiction Recovery Challenges (00:30:47)

6. Turning Point Towards Recovery (00:33:09)

7. Peer Support and Personal Responsibility (00:38:16)

8. Journey to Treating Hepatitis C (00:45:11)

9. Eliminating Hepatitis C by 2030 (00:53:01)

10. Career Preferences and Podcast Promotion (01:03:07)