A Journey, Hīkoi of Hope: My Walk Towards Healing and Change Hi, Kia ora, my name is Josh, and I want to share a personal story that's not just about me but about the path many of us face when navigating addiction and mental health struggles. Since the age of 15, I've battled addiction, particularly with alcohol. I didn't realize back then that it would lead to 30 years of pain. Despite working to help others as a Youth Worker in mental health and the disability support, I haven't been able to escape my own struggles. Over the last year, I have helped to start a high-end French-style bakery, running the front of house and making beautiful coffee, greeting everybody with enthusiasm and love and doing my best to ensure they walk out feeling happier than when they walk in. Due to my current mental health, I've had to resign from that role. My wife and I recently celebrated eight years of marriage she's a remarkable woman who left Russia a decade ago, seeking a ...
