Sicker Than Most
Sicker Than Most
#23 Nate talks early childhood troubles evolving into heavy heroin addiction and finally finding recovery
#23 Nate talks early childhood troubles evolving into heavy heroin addiction and finally finding recovery
#23 Nate talks early childhood troubles evolving into heavy heroin addiction and finally finding recovery
Friday 14th February 2020
Hear Nate's story of overcoming childhood struggles and heroin addiction in this compelling episode of 'Sicker Than Most'.
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62 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Nate's Journey: From Childhood Struggles to Heroin Recovery
I lived in pismo, okay, just commuted back and forth, okay. And around the age of my, my dad, mom and dad, when this was like when the economy changed, so my mom and dad lost the business, decided to get a divorce and I really didn't have anybody watching over me or anything like that. That made me feel part of that made me feel, um, like I belong right.
Imagine facing the world with dyslexia and little parental support. That's where Nate's story begins. In this episode of 'Sicker Than Most', Nate opens up about his early childhood troubles, which spiraled into a heavy heroin addiction. He paints a vivid picture of the highs he chased and the dark places his addiction took him. But this isn't just a tale of despair; it's a testament to the strength and perseverance needed to claw back from the edge.
Nate's candid narrative doesn't shy away from the shame and guilt he felt after overdosing, nor does it gloss over the importance of having a strong support system during recovery. He also touches on the stigma surrounding addiction, offering a raw and unfiltered look at what many people face but few talk about openly. Whether you're battling addiction yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for a story of resilience, Nate's journey is one you won't want to miss.