Are you looking for inspiration to start your journey into sobriety and become a better Dad? Has that hard wired feeling of “suck it up and deal with it”, gotten to a point where you had to sedate the weight of it with something else? Me too! Im Nick Barnett, Founder of the domestic dad project, A brand that strives to create a community that breaks the stigma around dads reaching out for help to get their lives back on track and become better Fathers. Welcome to The Domestic Dad Podcast, your go-to destination for candid discussions on journeys into sobriety, parenting, and personal growth. Ive been a dad since I was 18 years old. Im also a trauma survivor, alcoholic, divorced, happily re-married, proud, hard working, humbled by life domestic Dad. I remember realizing I was in the pit of addiction when I couldn’t leave the house without planning a stop to grab a few shooters at the gas station before I got home. Or Making up reasons to go to the grocery store just to make a un-necessary food purchase to bury a bottle of booze or wine in my cart and Stashing “back up bottles” around the house.. Only to wake up in the middle of the night, parched with a glass filled with vodka disguised as water on my night stand to quench my thirst so I could get through the next few hours without getting sick… Just to get hit with another devastating hangover that left me with debilitating heart burn, bloating, vomiting and shaking so bad that I couldn’t write an email, send a text or complete sentence without stammering over words… all while coming up with reasons in my head that every person in the world was against me and I was the “victim” Looking back at the way addiction stained my days and nights, stole time from me, my wife, and my kids left me embarrassed and ashamed. Because of this, I struggled with the pit of mental health issues in some of the darkest ways imaginable. But I fought my way out. With the help of community resources, life changing coaches, mentors, pastors and raw will power. Since then, I’ve embarked on an unbreakable journey into sobriety and life that has changed in some the greatest ways imaginable. There is not one goal I have set for myself that I haven’t had the confidence to go after, most which I’ve achieved. Today I feel great when I wake up in the morning, I’m productive with my work, my 40 year old body feels great, I’m present with my family and friends, I sleep through the night, I don’t have the fear of dying from my disease, I no longer doubt my value to my family and I know I have a meaningful future! My mission here is to share the resources that worked for me, with you! In the form of candid interviews and conversations around journeys into sobriety. But that’s not all – we also tackle the sheer delight and trials of parenting, sharing practical tips, heartfelt anecdotes, and expert advice to help you navigate the wonderful adventure of raising children and being the glue that not only allows your family to survive but more importantly THRIVE! Because you’re worth it, you have value in this world, there is a bright future for you here, and there is a son or daughter that needs and wants a meaningful relationship with you. My hope is that you will subscribe to this podcast and that it inspires you to join our growing community! So grab a mop and let’s start cleaning up the mess! Website: www.domesticdadproject.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@DomesticDadProject Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DOMESTICDADPROJECT Insta: https://www.instagram.com/the_domestic_dad_brand
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The Battle Within: Joe’s Journey from Addiction to Purpose
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Domestic Dad: Cleaning Up The Mess, host Nick Barnett welcomes Joe for a no-holds-barred conversation about his journey through addiction, despair, and his incredible transformation into a beacon of hope in the recovery community. Joe’s story is one of resilience, redemption, and the profound impact of finding purpose.
From a childhood marked by feelings of isolation and self-doubt to years of struggling with addiction, incarceration, and self-destruction, Joe recounts his path with raw honesty. He shares how his substance use spiraled into chaos, pushing him to the brink of suicide before a critical turning point—a realization that recovery was possible and his life still had meaning.
Nick and Joe discuss the pivotal moments that shaped his transformation, including his early recovery journey, the importance of accountability, and the life-changing support of his wife and granddaughter. Joe reveals how finding community, leaning into faith, and embracing vulnerability gave him the tools to rebuild his life. Today, Joe is a leader in the recovery field, creating programs and offering support to those seeking to escape the grips of addiction.
This episode is a testament to the power of perseverance, the value of service, and the life-changing rewards of sobriety. Joe’s inspiring journey offers hope for anyone searching for redemption and proof that no mess is too big to clean up.
Episode Highlights:
•00:00 Introduction: From Chaos to Purpose
•02:00 Guest Introduction: Joe’s Journey of Struggle and Redemption
•06:00 Childhood and the Roots of Isolation
•14:00 Addiction Unleashed: Substance Use and the Cycle of Shame
•25:00 Rock Bottom: Incarceration, Loss, and Near-Death Experiences
•32:00 The Turning Point: Recovery Begins with Faith and Community
•38:00 Finding Purpose: Joe’s Work in the Recovery Community
•46:00 Building Connection: The Role of Accountability and Service
•58:00 Fatherhood and Legacy: Lessons for Future Generations
•1:10:00 Advice for the Struggling: “How Bad Do You Want It?”
•1:16:00 Final Thoughts: Life After Addiction
Key Themes:
•The roots of addiction and the courage to face one’s truth
•The importance of accountability, community, and faith in recovery
•Overcoming shame and building self-worth
•Fatherhood, resilience, and creating a legacy of hope
•The ongoing journey of sobriety and the joy of serving others
Joe’s story will resonate with anyone battling addiction or searching for a path to redemption. His unwavering commitment to helping others is a reminder that every step forward can inspire change and healing in the lives of countless others.
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