# 350: Getting Sober and Finding Purpose with Ian Young

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Published: 2026-05-20T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://soberful.com/350
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## Resource

In this episode of the Soberful podcast, Veronica Valli interviews Ian Young, a long-time friend and colleague in the treatment industry. Ian shares his incredible journey from a troubled youth in North London to a life of addiction, counterculture, and ultimately recovery. He discusses his experiences with drug smuggling, political activism, and the challenges he faced with family dynamics. Ian reflects on his rock bottom moment and the transformative power of seeking help, leading to his current work in addiction treatment. In this conversation, Ian Young shares his transformative journey from addiction to recovery, detailing the pivotal moments that led him to embrace sobriety and dedicate his life to helping others. He discusses the importance of finding purpose in recovery, the challenges of maintaining integrity in the treatment industry, and the innovative approaches he has developed in his holistic recovery programs. Ian emphasizes the significance of community, personal growth, and the integration of various therapeutic modalities in fostering lasting recovery. To learn more, visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠show notes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ .

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