I Kissed Alcohol Goodbye: Let’s Break Up With Booze Together!
Society & Culture:Personal Journals
S2, Ep14: "A Palpable Irony: My DUI Crash Killed Sober Advocates" w/Martin Lockett, Author & Speaker
Martin Lockett spent 17.5 years in prison for a DUI crash that killed two people and left a third person permanently disabled -- three sober advocates who had just left a clean and sober New Year's Eve Party.
Instead of letting his actions also destroy his own life, he dedicated the remainder of his days to honoring his victims by continuing their legacy of service to others.
Martin's powerful story of healing and service will leave you inspired to work on forgiving yourself, and to love yourself at least a little bit more in the process.
Our conversation covers these topics and more:
* Martin's struggle to navigate two very different worlds throughout his upbringing
* His descent into full alcohol addiction by age 16
* The tragic timeline of events on New Year's Eve 2003
* The restorative justice model of punishment vs. "tough on crime"
* How writing to an inmate can change you, the inmate, and many others
* The essential importance of service in life, especially when we feel guilt or shame
You can reach Martin @martinllockett on Instagram, check out his website at www.martinlockett.com, and/or listen to his podcast called "Rock the Bottom" (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rock-the-bottom/id1478688725).
Additionally, if you'd like to to take Dana's challenge to write to an inmate, check out www.prisonpenpals.com or choose another site of your choice.
You can reach the IKAGB podcast on Instagram @ikissedalcoholgoodbye, email us at ikissedalcoholgoodbye@gmail.com, or visit www.ikissedalcoholgoodbye.com. Let's connect!
Much love and peace,
--Dana & Owl
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