Omar Pinto
Omar Pinto
009: "A Modern Gypsy"- Sarah C. shares her 10 yr story of addiction, drug abuse and alcoholism until she finds recovery!
009: "A Modern Gypsy"- Sarah C. shares her 10 yr story of addiction, drug abuse and alcoholism until she finds recovery!
009: "A Modern Gypsy"- Sarah C. shares her 10 yr story of addiction, drug abuse and alcoholism until she finds recovery!
Tuesday 14th April 2015
Sarah C. recounts her journey from addiction to recovery on The SHAIR Recovery Podcast, highlighting the role of support systems and personal growth.
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Get the buttons here!Sarah C.'s Journey: From Chaos to Clarity on The SHAIR Recovery Podcast
I truly believe that those experiences really shaped the person that I was going to become, you know, professionally and otherwise, because it gave me this love for travel and a love for Spanish.
Ever felt like you're drifting without a compass? Sarah C.'s story might just be the beacon you need. In this episode of The SHAIR Recovery Podcast, Sarah, now 35 and 11 years clean, recounts a decade of wandering through life with a dangerous cocktail of alcohol and cocaine. Her tale is one of hitting rock bottom and clawing her way back up, all while living a nomadic lifestyle that many would find exhausting.
But for Sarah, these adventures were both her downfall and her salvation. Sarah's narrative is a vivid tapestry of highs and lows, from wild escapades to moments of sheer desperation. What stands out is her candidness about the people who helped her along the way. She highlights the pivotal role of her sponsor and the fellowship she found in recovery groups. Asking for help wasn't easy for Sarah, but it became a cornerstone of her journey towards sobriety.
Relationships, too, played a crucial part in her recovery. Sarah learned to focus on her own growth rather than relying on others to 'fix' her. This shift in perspective was transformative, helping her navigate personal connections with newfound clarity. Spirituality also emerged as a key element in Sarah's story, offering her a sense of humility and gratitude that had been missing in her life.
Sarah's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of a strong support system. It's a story that resonates with anyone grappling with addiction or seeking to maintain their sobriety. Her experiences offer hope and practical insights for those on similar paths. Tune in to hear how Sarah turned her life around and found joy in sobriety.