Prison. Addiction. A life that could have ended very differently.

Part 2 of Justin Elliott's story goes deeper. This is where the walls close in, and where the light somehow still finds a way through. Justin pulls back the curtain on incarceration, the battles that followed him out the other side, and the faith that refused to let him stay down.

What makes this conversation so powerful is not the struggle. It's what Justin did with it. He did not just survive. He turned his pain into a reason to show up for others, every single week, on the streets of Melbourne.

If Part 1 introduced you to Justin, Part 2 will stay with you.

This episode is for anyone who has ever felt like they have gone too far to come back. You have not.

Drops Wednesday at:

4:00am Melbourne (AEST)

7:00pm London, Tuesday evening (BST)

2:00pm East Coast USA, Tuesday afternoon (EDT)

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Key Topics

- Justin's early life and struggles with addiction

- The impact of incarceration on personal and family life

- The role of faith and community in recovery

- Justin's work with the homeless and community service

- Lessons learned about forgiveness, resilience, and purpose

Takeaways

- Persistence in seeking help is crucial for change.

- Faith and community support are vital in recovery.

- Personal accountability can lead to transformation.

- Sharing your story can inspire others to seek help.

- Building positive routines and relationships supports mental health.

Chapters

🔴 (00:00) Confronting Bullying and Personal Values

🔴 (02:50) The Cycle of Incarceration

🔴 (07:56) Battling Addiction

🔴 (12:21) Family Dynamics and Relationships

🔴 (20:28) Caring for a Parent in Crisis

🔴 (25:06) Reflections on the Past and Moving Forward

🔴 (27:55) Finding Purpose and Community

🔴 (34:23) Thank You to Justin Elliot - We love you!

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