Ramsay Bryan: From Rock Bottom to a Bright Future
I was like a functional alcoholic for several decades, and you don't just, you can't just in days or days.
Imagine losing everything—your home, your family, even your sense of self. That's where Ramsay Bryan found himself, addicted to meth and heroin, living on the streets. In this compelling episode of 'Odyssey House Journals', Ramsay sits down with host Randall Carlisle to recount his incredible journey from the depths of addiction to four years of sobriety and genuine happiness.
Ramsay opens up about the darkest moments of his life, including the impact of Operation Rio Grande, a local initiative aimed at curbing drug use and homelessness, which led to his incarceration. It was during this challenging period that Ramsay found his way to Odyssey House, a turning point that marked the beginning of his recovery journey. He shares how the strong community at Odyssey House played a crucial role in his recovery.
Ramsay talks candidly about the internal battles he faced and how he leveraged his connections to help fund his path to sobriety. His story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about the power of support and resilience. Listeners will find Ramsay's journey both heart-wrenching and inspiring. His transformation from a homeless addict to a happy, sober individual serves as a powerful reminder that recovery is possible with the right support and determination.
Tune in to hear Ramsay's story and be inspired to seek your own path to recovery.