** Daniel has been a respected member of the recovery treatment community here in Southern California for 5 years. He grew up in a Mormon household as the youngest of 6 kids and speaks highly of his upbringing. Daniel served a mission in Detroit Michigan and became a collegiate athlete. His life experiences include a struggle with addiction, getting married and divorced at a young age and ultimately finding a way out of his addiction (mostly alcohol). With over 6 years of continuous sobriety, Daniel has achieved great success in his personal and professional life. Daniel continues to give back to the**

00:00 Auntie welcomes to Peji's recovery podcast. 05:56 Positive family experience with church and activities. 07:58 Curiosity and acceptance have always driven me. 12:18 Book of Mormon similar to Bible, teaches Mormonism. 14:08 University, marriage, disappointment, boys, drinking, smoking. 17:34 Failed to sell drugs, used them instead. 21:28 Both excommunicated after confession during questioning. 25:11 Struggling to break free from addicted mind. 28:16 Called rehab center, unexpectedly ended up in California. 31:33 Finding sobriety through 30 days of support. 34:45 Early influence shapes commitment to sobriety. 36:40 Discussion of Mormon excommunication and personal perspective. 39:59 Respect for all religions and belief in God. 43:33 Choose help during dark times for change.