Volunteers of America
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72 - JR Booker
72 - JR Booker
72 - JR Booker
Thursday 23rd January 2025
JR Booker shares his transformative journey from addiction and incarceration to faith and recovery in this powerful episode of the Recovery Podcast.
37 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Honest
Supportive
Encouraging
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- JR Booker shares his journey from addiction and incarceration to recovery.
- He discusses the impact of childhood trauma on his life choices.
- Faith played a crucial role in JR's transformation.
- JR highlights the importance of changing one's mindset for lasting recovery.
- He offers encouragement to others facing similar challenges.
I get more high on Jesus than I ever did on drugs, and it lasts.
In this gripping episode of the Recovery Podcast, host Nick Angeloff engages in a heartfelt conversation with JR Booker. JR shares his incredible journey from a troubled past marked by addiction and incarceration to a life of faith and recovery. Growing up in a challenging environment with an alcoholic mother and an abusive father, JR turned to drugs and alcohol at a very young age.
His life spiralled out of control, leading to a near-fatal beating in prison and a sentence for attempted murder. However, his story is one of transformation and hope. JR talks about the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, including his time at Teen Challenge and the profound impact of faith on his recovery. He reflects on the importance of changing not just his physical location but also his heart and mindset.
Now living in Gillette, Wyoming, JR is dedicated to sharing his story and helping others on their path to recovery. This episode is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of faith and community support. Tune in to hear JR's inspiring story and gain insights into overcoming addiction and rebuilding one's life.