Heather's Journey to Sobriety: Overcoming Addiction at 20
Episode Overview
Heather got clean at just 20 years old. Finding a reliable sponsor was crucial to her recovery. Her faith played a significant role in her journey. Heather founded Destiny Recovery Homes to help other women. Supportive communities can make a huge difference in recovery.
I knew what powerlessness was. I didn't struggle with it at all when I got here.
Heather's journey to sobriety at just 20 years old is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Heather shares her story of overcoming addiction and the unique challenges she faced as a young person getting clean in New York. With hosts Tom Conrad and Benjamin B., Heather opens up about the mental and emotional hurdles she encountered, emphasising the importance of finding a reliable sponsor and a supportive community.
Her faith played a significant role in her recovery, guiding her decisions and helping her stay on track for 12 years of sobriety. Heather's experience highlights the power of determination and the critical support systems that can make all the difference in recovery. She also discusses her work with Destiny Recovery Homes, a female sober living facility in Delray Beach, Florida, which she founded to help other women on their paths to sobriety.
Heather's story is a testament to the fact that recovery is possible, no matter how young or old you are when you start. Tune in to hear her compelling journey and gain valuable insights into the recovery process.