The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 560: From Rock Bottom to Real Food: Jake Widmann’s Story of Addiction, Faith, and Family
Aug 29, 2025
Jake Widmann, a content creator and author of 'Up,' shares his profound journey through addiction and personal growth. He emphasizes the significance of storytelling in connecting with others and navigating the complexities of addiction, especially in relation to family dynamics. Widmann discusses the transformative power of cooking and shared meals, highlighting how they foster community. He also reflects on gratitude amid loss, the intersection of faith and creativity, and the healing nature of outdoor experiences.
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First Drink Sparked A Long Descent
- Jake describes first exposure to alcohol at 14 on a camping trip that seeded regular teenage drinking.
- That secret became social currency and led to repeated weekend drinking through high school.
Be Firm, Available, And Supportive As A Parent
- Build trust and open communication with children to ensure they tell you about risky choices.
- Promise support through consequences but avoid bailing them out to preserve accountability.
Rock Bottom Kept Moving
- Jake recounts waking up drunk in a bar booth in his underwear and later evading police, showing addiction's pull.
- Even arrests and jail stints failed to break the drinking cycle for years.
