Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
08 Odyssey House Journals - Brian Mercier
08 Odyssey House Journals - Brian Mercier
08 Odyssey House Journals - Brian Mercier
Monday 17th June 2019
Join Brian Mercier as he discusses his 15-year sobriety journey, CATS program impact, and naloxone's role in saving lives on Odyssey House Journals.
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Get the buttons here!Brian Mercier: From Relapse to Redemption
You don't have to be embarrassed because [relapse] is something that a lot of people do.
Ever wondered what it takes to stay sober for over 15 years? In this episode of Odyssey House Journals, Randall Carlisle sits down with Brian Mercier, a former client who has managed to do just that. Brian opens up about his time in the Criminal Addictive Treatment Services (CATS) program while in jail, a pivotal experience that set him on the path to recovery.
He doesn’t shy away from discussing the challenges he faced, including multiple relapses, which are all too common in the recovery journey. The conversation takes a poignant turn as Dr. Jennifer Plumb, a pediatric doctor at Primary Children's Hospital, joins in to discuss the life-saving impact of naloxone, a medication that reverses opioid overdoses. Dr. Plumb shares her tireless efforts in getting emergency responders and police departments to carry this crucial drug.
The episode also touches on the broader costs of addiction, from its toll on families and friends to its societal impact. Despite the grim realities, there's a thread of hope running through the discussion. Brian and other experts offer invaluable advice and encouragement for those grappling with addiction. They highlight the importance of treatment centers like Odyssey House's Adolescent Residential Program, despite the hurdles posed by state regulations.
This episode is a compelling mix of raw honesty and uplifting stories, making it a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction.