Ep 05: “Daddy, I am going to die.” One Million Strong founder reflects on his daughter’s heroin addiction with Paul Jones The Resilience Files: Human Stories of Struggle and Triumph

In 2014, I was humbled to meet Paul Jones at a conference in Cape Town, South Africa where we were both invited to speak. His incredible story moved me deeply and left me filled with immense admiration for his presence, passion and purpose. In listening to this podcast, you will understand why he has spent almost 30 years years traversing the globe as an in-demand public speaker, advisor and thought leader. You will hear his moving story of his daughter Candice’s heroin addiction battle on the inner city streets of Hillbrow in Johannesburg that led to the creation of One Million Strong - an organisation committed to raising the next generation of leaders in countries across Africa. 
Yet, there is a tragic twist that is revealed discover as we probe and investigate Paul's story. Just as he and his family thought they had finally found peace, they were confronted with more heartbreak, unexpected loss and grief. This inspirational story of struggle, courage, and remarkable resilience is one of the most moving you will ever hear. 
0.00 - Introduction 
2:30 - One Million Strong  
8:34 - How it all started  
22:04 - Tough love parenting  
26:33 - Taking personal responsibility  
33:44 - Be part of the solution, not part of the problem  
43:10 - The strength to say yes to the right things - and no to the wrong things  
49:40 - Candice’s recovery and subsequent illness 
59:09 - Dealing with grief  
1:07:45 - Intentionality and congruence 
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