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38 - 17 Years on Skid Row: Peter Soiles
38 - 17 Years on Skid Row: Peter Soiles
38 - 17 Years on Skid Row: Peter Soiles
Tuesday 31st August 2021
Hear Peter Soiles' journey from heroin addiction and drug dealing to becoming a devoted father and inspiration for others on The Addictive Pod.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Peter Soiles: From Skid Row to Fatherhood
It's just such a profound example of what can happen when you choose to turn your life around and when you choose to live in a different way.
Peter Soiles' life reads like a gritty novel. At just 17, he fell into the grip of heroin addiction and spent the next 17 years dealing drugs in Vancouver's notorious East Hastings area. His world came crashing down in 2011 when an undercover operation called Project Tyrant led to his arrest. Peter nearly lost his life to withdrawal symptoms, but that wasn't the end of his story.
Through sheer determination and the support of the 12-step program, Peter clawed his way back from the brink. Now, he's not just a survivor but a husband, a father, and even an adopted dad to two children who lost their mothers to addiction. This episode of 'The Addictive Pod' dives deep into Peter's tumultuous journey. He speaks candidly about the dangers he faced daily and the turning points that led him to seek help.
Peter's story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of community support. His path to recovery was fraught with challenges, but he found strength in his sponsor and the supportive network he built through the 12-step program. Therapy and a commitment to personal growth played crucial roles in his recovery.
Today, Peter uses his experiences to inspire others who are struggling with addiction, proving that even in the darkest times, there is hope for a brighter future. If you or someone you know is grappling with addiction, Peter's story offers a beacon of hope and a reminder that recovery is possible. Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and learn more about the incredible power of community and perseverance.