Creating A Sober Life from Shame | Taylor B.

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Meet Taylor Baim, a personal trainer and recovering addict who has overcome immense personal challenges, including family turmoil, the loss of a close friend, and his own struggles with shame and self-acceptance as a gay man.

Taylor opens up about his tumultuous upbringing, marked by his parents' separation, a chaotic family dynamic, and early exposure to alcohol and drugs. He recounts how his substance use escalated during his teenage years and continued into his twenties, leading to devastating consequences. Despite these challenges, Taylor’s life took a turning point when he reached his lowest point and found clarity in the midst of chaos. Through the support of friends, recovery meetings, and sheer determination, he rebuilt his life. Today, Taylor is almost three years sober and thriving, using his story to inspire and help others.

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Keywords
addiction recoveryLGBTQ sobrietyOvercoming shamePersonal growthResilience and recovery