Escaping the Noose of Addiction - William Harder Kicks the Grim Reaper's Butt

https://get.castmagic.io/TheDeadManWalkingPodcast To contact Fred, repeatedly.dead.fred@gmail.com To contact PR, myles@hiltz2.com To find Fred’s memoir, https://bit.ly/3mwDpit To contact William and learn more about his true crime auction house, visit murderauction.com. Alternative titles: 1. Pivoting from Darkness: William’s Road to Sobriety 2. Reptiles, Redemption, and New Roles: Life After Addiction 3. Murderobelia and More: William's Tale of Overcoming Addiction 4. From Prison to Passion: William Harder’s Journey Beyond Drugs Summary: In this episode of The Dead Man Walking Podcast titled "Murderobelia," Fred does a deep dive into one man's unlikely transformation from addict and inmate to a life of sobriety and inspiration (and some odd fascinations with true crime). William shares his life journey from a happy childhood marred by self-destructive behavior and borderline personality disorder to his eventual struggle with severe addiction to opiates, alcohol, amphetamines, and cocaine. Despite the depths of addiction and even a deliberate overdose, William describes his turning point—quitting drugs and alcohol to embrace a healthier lifestyle. Reflecting on his last traditional job in 2005 and the subsequent choice to work for himself, William emphasizes the power of controlling one’s environment and influences. He speaks candidly about the importance of cutting ties with friends who encourage harmful habits, the critical role of support groups, and the unwavering need to make relationships work. In addition, he shares his love for music, volunteer work with those struggling from addiction and depression, and future plans, including starting a band. Highlighting his wife’s supportive and demanding job, William underlines the necessity of hope, steering clear of temptations, and always cherishing loved ones. Questions I Wish I'd Asked: 1. How did the presence of supportive figures, like your wife and certain friends, influence your road to recovery? 2. Can you elaborate on any specific volunteer moments that significantly impacted your outlook on addiction recovery? 3. What role do you think hobbies and personal interests play in maintaining sobriety? Lessons Learned/Takeaways: 1. Surrounding yourself with positive influences and distancing yourself from harmful ones is crucial for maintaining sobriety. 2. Having a robust support system—whether through loved ones, support groups, or hobbies—makes the journey to recovery more manageable. 3. Embracing resilience and hope, even amid desperate circumstances, can lead to transformative changes and long-term success. #MedicalTrauma #RepeatedlyDeadFred #PTSD #PostConcussionSyndrome #ABI #TBI #IntermittentFasting #IF #WeightLoss #DeathAndNearDeath #CardiacIssues #CovidRecovery #MentalHealth #OvercomingAdversity #Resilience #PositiveMindset #Fitness #Health #Food #TimeRestrictedEating #Lifestyle #Inspiration #GinStephens #DelayDon’tDeny #FastFeastRepeat #IntermittentFastingStories #TheSummerIDiedTwentyTimes #TheDeadManWalkingPodcast #AddictionRecovery #SobrietyJourney #SelfMutilation #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #TrueCrime #MurderAuction #RelationshipAdvice #VolunteerWork #SubstanceAbuse #SupportSystems #HopeAndResilience #RichardRamirezVisit #SnakeOwnership #MentalHealthAwareness #MusicLover #ConcertSobriety #PetStoreManagement #SelfEmployment #healthylifestyle 00:00 - Introduction to William Harder 02:10 - William’s Happy Childhood and Early Emotional Issues 05:30 - Exploring Self-Destructive Behavior and Addiction 08:45 - Journey to Sobriety and Healthier Lifestyle 12:00 - Working at Pet Stores and Call Center Days 15:20 - Importance of Positive Influences and Support Groups 18:10 - Volunteer Work and Helping Others 20:30 - Dealing with Temptation and Cherishing Loved Ones 24:00 - William’s Love for Music and Future Plans 27:50 - Concluding Thoughts and Contact Information 30:00 - Thanking the Audience and Final Message