Once a Maths Teacher, Boxing World Champ Shares Inspirational Story of ‘Ironman’ Robert Downey Jr’s Transformation

At the age of 37, Ebanie Bridges boasts a professional boxing experience spanning four years. Despite her relatively brief tenure in the sport, Bridges has amassed an outstanding record, securing 9 victories and suffering only one defeat. Though popularly known today as the ‘Blonde Bomber’, the OnlyFans model has had her share of struggles with drug abuse. As an advocate of mental health, Bridges shared the transformation story of one of the greatest actors of our time.

Who, other than Robert Downey Jr. would serve as a better example of reconstructing their life through self-disciple and grit? Not too far in the past, he faced severe employability issues due to his struggles with alcohol and drug abuse. This even led to his incarceration. One alarming incident involved him drunkenly stumbling into a neighbor’s home and passing out in their bed.

What stirred the change in Rober Downey Jr?

In 1999, Robert Downey Jr. was sentenced to three years in prison for failed drug tests but served only a year in prison. In 2001, while on parole, he was arrested for suspicion of being under the influence, leading to the loss of his role in ‘Ally McBeal’ and other projects.

Addiction seemed to be a pattern within the Downey family. His father, the cult filmmaker Robert Downey Sr., while battling substance abuse, introduced his son to marijuana at the shockingly young age of six. Their emotional connection over drugs eventually spiraled Downey into daily drinking habits.

Soon after, he went into rehab. His wife, Susan Downey, gave him an ultimatum, leading him to quit drugs in 2003. Downey attributes his sustained sobriety to a 12-step program that included yoga, meditation, and therapy. He believes his sobriety has been crucial to his remarkable career comeback. It seems the ‘Ironman’ has a resolve made of iron as well.

Bridges shared a post from ‘sobermotivation’ which summarised Downey Jr’s journey, “Sometimes people with the worst past end up creating the best futures.” Addiction can take a toll on every aspect of a person’s life, physical, social, and mental.

Ebanie Bridges’ fight with addiction

The Australian boxing sensation has successfully overcome a challenging past marked by teenage struggles with drug abuse and unfortunate associations. Despite these hardships, Bridges managed to turn her life around, embracing a second chance. Bridges credits her parents for rescuing her from a destructive path.

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Motivated by their influence, the 36-year-old chose to become a mathematics teacher, utilizing every moment to the fullest. Drawing upon her own experiences, she transformed adversity into motivation, taking up the profession of a maths teacher and eventually becoming a world champion boxer.

Overcoming the quicksand of addiction is not a child’s play. It requires indestructible willpower and a supportive social system that pushes you forward in your endeavors. Both the above entities have proved it is achievable, lighting hope for the ones that are still struggling.

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