We never know what silent battles those among us might be engaged in. Local businessman Jim Godbout faced a series of losses—physical, emotional and social—as a child. Through self-care and healing techniques like yoga, acupuncture and healthy eating, Jim has created a full and happy life, rising above problems like epilepsy, encephalitis and the loss of his twin brother at the age of five. Jim embodies the quality of resilience to which most of us aspire.
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Jim Godbout owns Jim Godbout Plumbing in Biddeford. Jim was diagnosed with encephalitis at a young age. The condition is made worse by stress, so for his own well-being, Jim created a healthy and regimented lifestyle, which includes daily meditation, yoga, exercise, and healthy eating as well as regular acupuncture, chiropractic, and massage treatments.