Brett Morris
Brett Morris
#59 – Antoinette La Fauci: Lost Dreams Awaken
#59 – Antoinette La Fauci: Lost Dreams Awaken
#59 – Antoinette La Fauci: Lost Dreams Awaken
Wednesday 21st April 2021
Antoinette La Fauci's journey from addiction at 13 to becoming a counselor highlights the power of spirituality and community support in recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Antoinette La Fauci: Turning Addiction into a Lifeline for Others
By the time you're, you'll have Years of sobriety, you'll be in grad school, you'll have your dream job, you'll have all these amazing relationships and you'll have found your soulmates and your tribe, and you'll have family and friends that have been like: okay, you don't know anything.
Imagine starting a battle with addiction at just 13 years old. That's the reality Antoinette La Fauci faced. After years of bouncing in and out of rehab, she managed to turn her life around. Now, with 16 years of sobriety under her belt as of July 2020, Antoinette works as a drug and alcohol counselor in Philadelphia and is pursuing her Master's degree. Her dream? To one day help veterans at the local VA hospital.
In this episode of Recovery Survey, Antoinette opens up about her journey, breaking down the stigmas and stereotypes tied to addiction and mental health. She shares how spirituality played a crucial role in her recovery and emphasizes the importance of mentorship. You'll hear about the tough times she faced staying sober and doing step work, and how addiction affected her relationships. But it's not all about the struggles.
Antoinette also talks about the joy and fulfillment she finds in giving back to the recovery community. She stresses the significance of staying connected to a supportive network. Her story is a testament to resilience and hope, offering a beacon of light for anyone grappling with addiction. Tune in to hear Antoinette's inspiring journey, packed with real-life insights and heartfelt moments. Whether you're on your own path to recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode is sure to resonate.