Silverladder Podcast
Silverladder is focused on real-life stories and experiences of individuals who have faced and overcome challenges related to mental health, addiction and recovery, grief and loss, parenting, and much more.
Silverladder is hosted by mental health educator and consultant Shane Watson, whose story of addiction, recovery, and work in the field can be found under "My Story" on the toolbar at Silverladder.com.
Silverladder Podcast
Betting on Himself: How Saul Malek Overcame Gambling Addiction
After getting caught up in an addiction to gambling as a young man, Saul Malek lost time, money, relationships, and nearly lost his own life. In this episode of Silverladder, he tells us how it happened, how he got out, and what works to keep him healthy and free of addiction today. He also discusses the work he does as a public speaker, and shares tips for parents to help keep their kids healthy and balanced.
This comeback story is ideal for those facing gambling addiction or individuals who have loved ones struggling with gambling or any other form of addiction.
Saul's Website: https://www.saulmalek.com/
Saul's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saulmalekspeaking/
Silverladder website: https://silverladder.com/blog/
My story (Shane/host): https://silverladder.com/blog/?page_id=963
Intro voice-over artist: C. Neil Williams
Resources:
Gamblers Anonymous (GA): https://gamblersanonymous.org/
Find a GA meeting: https://gamblersanonymous.org/find-a-meeting/
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
Crisis Text Line: Text "Home" to 741741
Mental / Behavioral Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.gov/