In this powerful episode of The Recovery Couch, host Brandon Couch sits down with Julian Jackson Linkhart for a deep and honest conversation about recovery, faith, and personal transformation. Julian opens up about his journey from the football field to finding freedom through spirituality, sharing how his struggles with ego, identity, and addiction ultimately led him to rediscover his purpose in serving others. Together, Brandon and Julian explore how support systems, prayer, and self-discovery play a vital role in healing — and why true toughness means facing your consequences, being honest with yourself, and taking life one day at a time.

Key Takeaways:

Julian’s experience in football shaped his spiritual and personal growth.

Support systems are essential in recovery.

Ego and identity can lead to destructive patterns.

Facing consequences is part of the healing process.

Prayer and faith bring strength and clarity.

Self-discovery fuels lasting change.

Serving others creates meaning beyond addiction.

Recovery is about more than substances — it’s about behaviors and beliefs.

Honesty is the foundation of transformation.

One day at a time remains one of recovery’s most powerful truths.

Tune in, get inspired, and remember — you always have a seat on The Recovery Couch.