11/01/2026
My Story: From Addiction to Faith
⚠️ Content Warning: This post contains references to addiction, trauma, and mental health struggles.
I want to start this ministry by telling you a little about me — not to glorify the past, but to show that even in the darkest moments, change is possible.
I was born in 1990, prematurely by two months, into a family full of trauma and chaos. My father was a decorated SAS soldier and intelligence operator, and my mother struggled with alcoholism. From a young age, I learned fear, loss, and the constant weight of danger.
By the time I was a child, I had already seen death, violence, and betrayal. My family life was filled with threats, fights, and moments no child should ever face. I lost my mother at a young age, and my father tried to protect me and my brothers the only way he knew how — always watchful and alert to danger. Looking back now, I see that his love and determination to keep us safe left a mark on me — it taught me resilience, courage, and the importance of standing strong even when life feels overwhelming.
As I grew older, I turned to alcohol and drugs to escape the pain. I thought the chaos around me was normal, and I spiraled deeper into addiction and dangerous situations. I was homeless, and I found myself caught in criminal networks, a life I was forced into, living in constant fear. There were moments when I truly believed I would not live to see another day.
But even in the darkness, life had a way of reaching me. One day, walking home with thoughts of ending it all, a woman stopped me and told me to go to an AA meeting. I went. That simple act of showing up was the first step toward a new life.
Through faith, community, and persistence, I started to rebuild. I learned that sobriety is not just about giving up substances — it’s about reclaiming your life. I discovered that the same intuition and resilience that had kept me alive through trauma could be redirected to help others.
Today, I am eight years sober. I run my own business, I am a father, and I am rebuilding a life I once thought impossible. I still struggle with PTSD, anxiety, and depression, but I have learned to live with those challenges instead of letting them define me.
Everything I’ve shared here is part of my past. I live a sober, lawful life today, focused on healing, and helping others find recovery and hope. 🙏
This blog, and this ministry — Breathe the Fire — is for anyone who feels trapped by addiction, fear, or trauma. It’s for those who need to know that even when you feel broken, you can rise. Faith, community, and perseverance can transform even the darkest path into one of hope and purpose. ✨
If you are struggling, I want you to know: you are not alone. Every step you take toward recovery — no matter how small — is a victory. And sometimes, the smallest moment, the smallest sign, can light the way. 💛
Welcome to Breathe the Fire. Let’s walk this journey together. 🔥
