• Ep. 11 Saul Malek: Overcoming Gambling and Harnessing Purpose Driven Recovery

  • Jul 2 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 7 mins
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Ep. 11 Saul Malek: Overcoming Gambling and Harnessing Purpose Driven Recovery

  • Summary

  • In this compelling episode of the Finding Purpose Podcast, host Adam Vohra sits down with Saul Malek, a public speaker specializing in problem gambling education. Saul opens up about his powerful journey of overcoming gambling addiction and finding a higher purpose in life. Growing up in a supportive family, Saul was diagnosed with ADHD at a young age, which led to behavioral issues and medication. His journey into addiction began in college, where he joined a fraternity and started gambling on fantasy baseball. This quickly escalated to betting on various sports and events, leading to compulsive gambling and significant personal and financial troubles. Saul shares how his addiction worsened, affecting his relationships and mental well-being, until he hit rock bottom and realized he needed help. His recovery journey began with joining Gamblers Anonymous, where he found a higher purpose that guided him through recovery. Now, Saul travels nationwide, sharing his story to educate others about problem gambling and inspire those struggling with addiction to find their purpose. Saul's story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of purpose. He discusses the importance of staying committed to recovery, being open-minded, and balancing practicality with idealism in pursuing one’s purpose. His journey from addiction to advocacy highlights the impact of a strong support system, personal growth, and the drive to make a positive impact on others.

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