Volunteers of America
Volunteers of America
65 - Rachel Stencel
65 - Rachel Stencel
65 - Rachel Stencel
Thursday 30th May 2024
Rachel Stencel shares her powerful story of overcoming addiction and mental health struggles, highlighting the importance of community and faith in recovery.
29 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Compassionate
Supportive
Honest
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Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Rachel Stencel's Journey: From Addiction to Hope
Episode Overview
- Rachel Stencel shares her journey through addiction and mental health struggles.
- Celebrate Recovery played a crucial role in her ongoing sobriety.
- The episode highlights the importance of addressing both mental health and addiction for true healing.
- Community and faith are key components in Rachel's recovery.
- Rachel now gives back by supporting others in their recovery journeys.
I remember at one point, I was sitting in my hotel room and I decided that what I was going to do was just shoot up a bunch of air because I still had needles from, I was diabetic.
Rachel Stencel joins the Recovery Podcast to share her powerful journey through addiction and mental health struggles. Rachel, who works as office support staff at VOA in Buffalo, Wyoming, opens up about the challenges she faced and the pivotal moments that led her towards recovery. From admitting her addiction while getting high with friends to the life-altering experience of being arrested, Rachel's story is a raw and honest look at the impact of addiction on herself and her family.
She discusses how her mental health issues intertwined with her addiction, shedding light on the importance of addressing both aspects for true healing. Rachel's tale isn't just about struggle; it's also about hope and transformation. After hitting rock bottom, she found solace and support through Celebrate Recovery (CR), a program that has become a cornerstone of her ongoing sobriety.
Her involvement in CR has not only helped her stay clean but also allowed her to give back to the community by leading child care initiatives and supporting others in their recovery journeys. The episode highlights the significance of community and faith in overcoming addiction. Rachel's story is a testament to the power of reaching out for help and the incredible changes that can happen when you do.
If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on dealing with addiction and mental health, this episode is a must-listen. Rachel's journey is a reminder that no matter how deep the struggle, there's always a way out. Her story will resonate with anyone who has faced similar challenges or knows someone who has. Tune in to hear how Rachel turned her life around and how you can too.