Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
62 The New Odyssey House Journals - Charlotte
62 The New Odyssey House Journals - Charlotte
62 The New Odyssey House Journals - Charlotte
Thursday 16th June 2022
Charlotte discusses her journey from a scholarship athlete to overcoming addiction and becoming a recovery leader on 'Odyssey House Journals'.
31 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Charlotte's Path: From Scholarship Athlete to Recovery Leader
I was just sick and tired of being sick and tired and I wanted to do something different.
Picture this: a promising scholarship athlete at the University of Utah, full of potential and dreams, spiraling into homelessness and addiction. That's Charlotte's story, and it’s one of grit, resilience, and transformation. In this episode of 'Odyssey House Journals', host Randall Carlisle sits down with Charlotte, who candidly shares her tumultuous journey from the heights of academic and athletic success to the depths of meth and heroin addiction. But Charlotte's story doesn’t end in despair.
She recounts her experiences with psychiatric challenges and institutionalization, shedding light on the critical importance of holistic treatment in recovery. Now, as one of the most successful clients in the Odyssey House program, Charlotte has turned her life around. She’s not just surviving; she’s thriving, leading her residential house with determination and intelligence. Her raw honesty and compelling narrative offer a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is.
This episode is a testament to the power of comprehensive care and the human spirit's capacity for renewal. Tune in to hear Charlotte's inspiring journey and discover what makes the Odyssey House program a lifeline for so many.