Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
164 Odyssey House Journals - Sal Alacron
164 Odyssey House Journals - Sal Alacron
164 Odyssey House Journals - Sal Alacron
Friday 11th October 2024
Sal Alacron shares his incredible transformation from a life dominated by alcohol and meth to one of hope and recovery in this gripping episode.
29 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Sal shares his traumatic childhood and early exposure to alcohol.
- Describes life on the streets and criminal activities to support addiction.
- Talks about experiences in jail and how it affected his addiction.
- Discusses breakthrough moments in the Odyssey program.
- Emphasises the importance of staying connected to the recovery community.
I didn’t want to waste my time living the same life over and over again.
Sal Alacron’s journey is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. In this episode of Odyssey House Journals, TV news legend Randall Carlisle and co-host Nicole Slack sit down with Sal, who shares his incredible transformation from a life dominated by alcohol and meth to one of hope and recovery. Sal’s story begins with a traumatic childhood, including the devastating loss of his mother at just 10 years old.
By the time he was 14, Sal had already been in and out of jail, influenced by negative peers and family members who introduced him to meth. His candid recounting of his life on the streets, couch-surfing, and engaging in criminal activities to support his addiction paints a raw picture of the struggles many face in similar situations. What makes this episode particularly gripping is Sal’s honesty about his failures and triumphs.
He talks about how his time behind bars only intensified his addiction rather than curbing it. It wasn’t until he found himself in the Odyssey program that he experienced a breakthrough. With the support of a therapist who had walked a similar path, Sal began to see a different way of living. For the first time, he genuinely wanted to live without relying on substances. Sal’s reflections on the importance of staying connected to the recovery community are eye-opening.
He admits that thinking he was “cured” led to a relapse, underscoring the need for ongoing support and involvement. His current goals include working in the recovery field, where he can help others while staying connected to his own sobriety journey. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice on overcoming addiction. Sal’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of community in the recovery process.
Don’t miss out on this heartfelt and enlightening conversation. Why not give it a listen? You might find the motivation you need or learn something new that could help someone you care about.