JAMES STEENSMA
JAMES STEENSMA
2. The Art of Letting Go - "Changes"
2. The Art of Letting Go - "Changes"
2. The Art of Letting Go - "Changes"
Friday 30th October 2020
James Steensma reveals his battle with Oxycontin addiction and the road to recovery, emphasizing the importance of seeking help.
34 minutes
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JAMES STEENSMA
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Creative Recovery Journeys
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Facing Demons: James Steensma's Battle with Oxycontin
My being controlled by this narcotic, this dangerous, dangerous narcotic... emotionally I still struggle with the effects of the addiction from Oxycontin, because I cannot seem to let go of what it made me do to other people, the guilt behind those actions that, even though my words of I'm sorry were met with.
Imagine being at your lowest, grappling with addiction after a life-saving surgery. That's exactly where James Steensma found himself. In this episode of 'The Art of Letting Go', James opens up about his darkest days using Oxycontin following his ileostomy surgery. With brutal honesty, he shares the pivotal moment when he realized the addiction was beyond his control, prompting him to quit cold turkey. But the road to recovery wasn't smooth.
James discusses the lingering guilt and difficulty in forgiving himself, especially for the pain he caused his loved ones, including his wife. His story isn't just about the struggle with substances; it's a raw exploration of the emotional toll addiction takes on personal relationships. James's candidness offers a beacon of hope for anyone facing similar battles, encouraging listeners to confront their own addictions and seek help.
Tune in for an inspiring and heartfelt journey through the ups and downs of addiction and recovery.