This week, we chat with strangers on Atlanta GA's East Beltline trail who share their personal experiences with addictions ranging from social media, the search for community validation, and substance abuse.

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction in the United States, please call the national Substance Abuse and Mental Health Hotline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information services (in English and Spanish).

Mentioned This Episode:

02:26 Carrie's Positive Addiction to Nature

05:09 Rocky J's Fitness Journey

06:53 Social Connections and Addictive Personalities

08:54 Tyler's Community Building Addiction

12:27 Ella's Social Media Addiction

16:29 The Social Media Struggle

18:26 Mike's Turning Point

19:46 Brandon's Battle with Alcohol Addiction

24:09 John's Descent into Crack/Cocaine Addiction

28:16 Finding Hope and Recovery

30:09 Final Thoughts and Resources

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