Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
45 Odyssey House Journals - Rachel Santizo
45 Odyssey House Journals - Rachel Santizo
45 Odyssey House Journals - Rachel Santizo
Thursday 13th February 2020
Rachel Santizo's journey from addiction to helping others in recovery is discussed with Randall Carlisle on Odyssey House Journals.
30 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Rachel Santizo: From Dumpster Diving to Guiding Others in Recovery
No matter where you are in life, you can recover. If you work on it, you know we all have a story and you're a prime example.
Rachel Santizo's story is one you won't forget easily. In this episode of Odyssey House Journals, host Randall Carlisle sits down with Rachel to uncover her incredible journey from the depths of addiction to becoming a beacon of hope for others. Once addicted to pain pills and resorting to dumpster diving on Rio Grande, Rachel now spends her days visiting jails and hospitals, helping people find their way out of addiction.
The episode kicks off with an intriguing twist—Rachel initially hated Randall when they first met. Curious about why? You'll have to tune in about 13 minutes into the podcast to find out. Rachel opens up about the harsh realities she faced, including emotional and physical abuse, and how she managed to turn her life around. She stresses that recovery is possible no matter where you are in life, as long as you're willing to work on it.
Today, Rachel works at Odyssey House, meeting people where they are and guiding them on their own paths to recovery. Her story is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, there's always a way to find light. If you're struggling with addiction or know someone who is, Rachel's journey offers a message of hope and the importance of finding purpose.