Mark Johnston: Drug & alcohol addiction almost cost me everything
What Connects Us - A podcast by Conexus Credit Union
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You may know Mark Johnston as the friendly co-host of the Play92 morning radio show or the current in-game host of the Saskatchewan Roughriders. But did you know Mark just celebrated his sixth anniversary of being sober from an alcohol and cocaine addiction? On this episode of the What Connects Us Podcast, Mark gets vulnerable and gives us a glimpse into what life was like while battling substance abuse, how addiction almost cost him everything, how he was able to get sober and re-invent himself, and finally, the lessons he's learned along the way while maintaining his sobriety. Plus, in a very touching moment - we surprise Mark with a message from a loved one. It's an impactful episode that reminds us that each of us has a powerful origin story that has shaped who we are and that we always have the power to change our lives.