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Το περιεχόμενο παρέχεται από το Nick Barnett Founder of Domestic Dad Project. Όλο το περιεχόμενο podcast, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των επεισοδίων, των γραφικών και των περιγραφών podcast, μεταφορτώνεται και παρέχεται απευθείας από τον Nick Barnett Founder of Domestic Dad Project ή τον συνεργάτη της πλατφόρμας podcast. Εάν πιστεύετε ότι κάποιος χρησιμοποιεί το έργο σας που προστατεύεται από πνευματικά δικαιώματα χωρίς την άδειά σας, μπορείτε να ακολουθήσετε τη διαδικασία που περιγράφεται εδώ https://el.player.fm/legal.
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Το περιεχόμενο παρέχεται από το Nick Barnett Founder of Domestic Dad Project. Όλο το περιεχόμενο podcast, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των επεισοδίων, των γραφικών και των περιγραφών podcast, μεταφορτώνεται και παρέχεται απευθείας από τον Nick Barnett Founder of Domestic Dad Project ή τον συνεργάτη της πλατφόρμας podcast. Εάν πιστεύετε ότι κάποιος χρησιμοποιεί το έργο σας που προστατεύεται από πνευματικά δικαιώματα χωρίς την άδειά σας, μπορείτε να ακολουθήσετε τη διαδικασία που περιγράφεται εδώ https://el.player.fm/legal.

The Battle Within: Ben Schwartz’s Journey from Addiction to Faith

In this heartfelt and intense episode of Domestic Dad: Cleaning Up The Mess, host Nick Barnett sits down with Ben Schwartz for a deep dive into his journey of addiction, self-destruction, and ultimate redemption. Ben’s path is one of raw honesty, relentless struggle, and the life-changing power of surrendering to God.

Ben opens up about his early struggles with family instability, feelings of inadequacy, and the damaging choices he made as he tried to find purpose and escape pain. From battles with alcoholism, pornography, and bulimia, to the hollow chase of temporary highs, he recounts how these addictions filled his life with shame and broke down his relationships. Through his compelling story, listeners will hear how Ben’s life began to change after a surprising encounter with a pastor who would lead him toward a path of faith and redemption.

Nick and Ben discuss the importance of having accountability, breaking the cycle of self-deception, and learning to find worth through a relationship with God. Ben shares the profound realizations that changed him, the steps he took to rebuild trust with his family, and the power of being present for his children—a precious gift that sobriety has given him.

With incredible vulnerability, Ben reveals the ongoing daily struggle of maintaining sobriety, the power of seeking forgiveness, and the transformative impact of turning his life over to a higher power. This episode is a testament to the healing found in faith and the courage it takes to confront one’s own darkness.

Episode Highlights:

•00:00 Introduction: Confronting Addiction with Faith

•01:15 Guest Introduction: Ben Schwartz’s Struggle and Redemption

•04:00 The Impact of Family and Early Childhood on Identity

•09:00 Hidden Battles: Addiction to Alcohol, Pornography, and Control

•19:10 Losing Control: College and the Spiral into Self-Destruction

•30:45 Faith as a Turning Point: Finding Hope Through a Pastor’s Guidance

•37:00 Embracing God’s Grace and Letting Go of Shame

•43:20 Surrendering the “Ring” of Addiction: Learning from Lord of the Rings

•54:00 Fatherhood and Sobriety: Reclaiming Purpose and Presence in Family

•59:30 Building Accountability: Why Strong Men Need Real Support

•1:07:45 Advice for Those Struggling: The Power of Surrender

•1:12:00 Final Thoughts: Embracing Life’s Second Chances

Key Themes:

•The roots of addiction and the journey to acknowledging a problem

•How faith provides strength and direction in the darkest hours

•Fatherhood, accountability, and rebuilding trust with family

•The ongoing struggle and daily commitment to sobriety

Ben’s story will resonate with anyone facing their own battles and seeking the strength to move forward. His message is one of redemption, the resilience found in faith, and the incredible healing that comes from being authentically vulnerable.

Website: www.domesticdadproject.com

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@DomesticDadProject

Facebook: Facebook.com/DOMESTICDADPROJECT

Instagram: Instagram.com/the_domestic_dad_brand

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Το περιεχόμενο παρέχεται από το Nick Barnett Founder of Domestic Dad Project. Όλο το περιεχόμενο podcast, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των επεισοδίων, των γραφικών και των περιγραφών podcast, μεταφορτώνεται και παρέχεται απευθείας από τον Nick Barnett Founder of Domestic Dad Project ή τον συνεργάτη της πλατφόρμας podcast. Εάν πιστεύετε ότι κάποιος χρησιμοποιεί το έργο σας που προστατεύεται από πνευματικά δικαιώματα χωρίς την άδειά σας, μπορείτε να ακολουθήσετε τη διαδικασία που περιγράφεται εδώ https://el.player.fm/legal.

The Battle Within: Ben Schwartz’s Journey from Addiction to Faith

In this heartfelt and intense episode of Domestic Dad: Cleaning Up The Mess, host Nick Barnett sits down with Ben Schwartz for a deep dive into his journey of addiction, self-destruction, and ultimate redemption. Ben’s path is one of raw honesty, relentless struggle, and the life-changing power of surrendering to God.

Ben opens up about his early struggles with family instability, feelings of inadequacy, and the damaging choices he made as he tried to find purpose and escape pain. From battles with alcoholism, pornography, and bulimia, to the hollow chase of temporary highs, he recounts how these addictions filled his life with shame and broke down his relationships. Through his compelling story, listeners will hear how Ben’s life began to change after a surprising encounter with a pastor who would lead him toward a path of faith and redemption.

Nick and Ben discuss the importance of having accountability, breaking the cycle of self-deception, and learning to find worth through a relationship with God. Ben shares the profound realizations that changed him, the steps he took to rebuild trust with his family, and the power of being present for his children—a precious gift that sobriety has given him.

With incredible vulnerability, Ben reveals the ongoing daily struggle of maintaining sobriety, the power of seeking forgiveness, and the transformative impact of turning his life over to a higher power. This episode is a testament to the healing found in faith and the courage it takes to confront one’s own darkness.

Episode Highlights:

•00:00 Introduction: Confronting Addiction with Faith

•01:15 Guest Introduction: Ben Schwartz’s Struggle and Redemption

•04:00 The Impact of Family and Early Childhood on Identity

•09:00 Hidden Battles: Addiction to Alcohol, Pornography, and Control

•19:10 Losing Control: College and the Spiral into Self-Destruction

•30:45 Faith as a Turning Point: Finding Hope Through a Pastor’s Guidance

•37:00 Embracing God’s Grace and Letting Go of Shame

•43:20 Surrendering the “Ring” of Addiction: Learning from Lord of the Rings

•54:00 Fatherhood and Sobriety: Reclaiming Purpose and Presence in Family

•59:30 Building Accountability: Why Strong Men Need Real Support

•1:07:45 Advice for Those Struggling: The Power of Surrender

•1:12:00 Final Thoughts: Embracing Life’s Second Chances

Key Themes:

•The roots of addiction and the journey to acknowledging a problem

•How faith provides strength and direction in the darkest hours

•Fatherhood, accountability, and rebuilding trust with family

•The ongoing struggle and daily commitment to sobriety

Ben’s story will resonate with anyone facing their own battles and seeking the strength to move forward. His message is one of redemption, the resilience found in faith, and the incredible healing that comes from being authentically vulnerable.

Website: www.domesticdadproject.com

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@DomesticDadProject

Facebook: Facebook.com/DOMESTICDADPROJECT

Instagram: Instagram.com/the_domestic_dad_brand

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