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A Lifetime of Service: Gary Fisher’s Journey from Addiction to Leadership

2025/1/22
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In this powerful episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Gary Fisher, Director Emeritus at Cirque Lodge and a revered leader in the recovery field. Gary shares his journey from struggling with addiction to becoming an icon in the treatment community. With 38 years of sobriety, Gary offers profound insights into the power of 12-step recovery, the importance of grace and service, and the transformative lessons he’s learned over decades of helping others heal. This episode is a testament to the miracles of recovery, the beauty of community, and the lifelong impact of faith and selflessness.

Timestamps:

  • [00:00] Introduction: Welcoming Gary Fisher and diving into his incredible career at Cirque Lodge.

  • [03:00] Gary’s Recovery Journey: From early struggles with addiction to finding sobriety through the 12 steps.

  • [09:00] The Importance of Connection: Building community and breaking isolation in recovery.

  • [15:00] Lessons from Cirque Lodge: The values and practices that shaped one of the world’s most respected treatment centers.

  • [20:00] Grace and Service: Why helping others is the cornerstone of sustained recovery.

  • [27:00] The Miracle of Sobriety: How recovery can transform lives, families, and careers.

  • [34:00] Faith Over Fear: Gary’s story about making his bed and the profound life lessons it taught him.

  • [43:00] Closing Reflections: Gary’s advice for anyone seeking hope and healing.

Key Points Discussed:

  1. Faith and Grace in Recovery: How faith, humility, and simple daily actions can bring lasting sobriety.

  2. Service as a Pillar of Sobriety: The importance of helping others and being part of a recovery community.

  3. Transforming the Industry: Gary’s leadership at Cirque Lodge and his focus on staff well-being as a foundation for client care.

  4. Overcoming Fear and Chaos: Practical steps for building structure and finding peace in recovery.

  5. Miracles in Recovery: Stories of lives transformed through the 12 steps and dedication to healing.

Guest Bio:

Gary Fisher

Director Emeritus, Cirque Lodge

Gary Fisher has dedicated over 30 years to the behavioral health field, shaping the landscape of addiction recovery with his passion, leadership, and vision. As Executive Director of Cirque Lodge for most of its existence, Gary developed one of the world’s most respected treatment programs. Now serving as Director Emeritus, he continues to inspire others through his involvement in the 12-step community, his advocacy for collaboration in the treatment field, and his commitment to carrying the message of hope to those still suffering.

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