The Long Way Back

Podcast on Addiction, Mental health, Well - being & Neurodiversity, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Long Way Back is a health podcast hosted by Timothy Long, with 53 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Timothy Long hosts The Long Way Back, a health show with 53 episodes published.

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  Broken Roads and New Beginnings: John Paul’s Journey

  Jan 1, 20251h 42mS0

  <p><br></p><br><p>In this powerful episode of The Long Way Back podcast, we sit down with John Paul Long, the youngest of the Long brothers, for an intimate and emotional conversation about his life journey. Growing up in poverty and navigating an unstable childhood, John Paul shares what it was like to be brought to counselors at a young age and how the words he heard during those formative years impacted him deeply.</p><p>He opens up about his delayed entry into drug use, his harrowing battle with heroin addiction, and his heartbreaking experiences with relapse...

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  Ego Laughter and Letting Go: Tadhg Hickey on Recovery and Growth

  Dec 26, 20241h 19mS0

  <p><br></p><p>In this episode of The Long Way Back, we sit down with Cork's own satirist extraordinaire, Tadhg Hickey! Known for his razor-sharp wit and fearless storytelling, Tadhg joins us for a raw and deeply insightful conversation about the journey of recovery and self-discovery.</p><p>Topics we dive into:</p><p> 🌟 The transformative power of the 12 steps</p><p> 🙌 Surrendering to a Higher Power</p><p> 😌 Finding relief from character defects</p><p> 😓 Navigating the pain of spiritual growth</p><p> 🤝 Letting go of ego and the trap of people-pleasing</p><p>Tadhg brings his trademark humor and hones...

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  Rising Above: Paul Budden on Family, Mental Health, and Transformation

  Dec 25, 20241h 22mS0

  <p>In this powerful episode of The Long Way Back Podcast, Paul Budden, a Northsider with a remarkable recovery story, joins us to share his journey. Paul opens up about growing up in a tough environment that became his norm, facing mental health struggles within his family, and navigating a difficult upbringing. He discusses the challenges he faced in school, dealing with anger issues during childhood, and being educated by the Christian Brothers. By age 13, Paul found himself caught up in drug use and on the wrong side of the law. His story is one of resilience, recovery, and the...

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  Dave Kennedy - A Journey of Transformation

  Dec 20, 20241h 27mS0

  <p><br></p><p>In this episode of The Long Way Back Podcast, we’re joined by the inspiring Dave Kennedy! 🚜🌱 Dave is not just a personal development coach but also a farming advocate and a passionate supporter of mental and physical health.</p><p>Dave shares his remarkable weight loss journey, offering insights into the challenges and victories that come with transforming one’s life. From shedding pounds to building resilience, he reveals how he turned personal struggles into a mission to help others thrive.</p><p>We also dive deep into the connection between farming and well-being, discussing how life o...

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  From Struggle to Strength: Robin Grace on Resilience, Advocacy, and Healing

  Dec 13, 20241h 46mS0

  <p>In this episode of *The Long Way Back* podcast, we sit down with Robin Grace, a Garda from Tipperary now living in Clare, to discuss his powerful journey of overcoming personal struggles while dedicating his life to helping others. As a dyslexic individual, Robin has navigated the academic world with determination, holding a BA in Arts and an MSc in Human Rights. His commitment to suicide prevention and intervention stems from his deep desire to support those in crisis. </p><br><p>Robin opens up about his own battles, including being a victim of sexual abuse, and his path t...

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