POP Buchanan
POP Buchanan
A Soldier For Recovery with Suleiman Hassan (The Impact of the Opioid Crisis in Philadelphia)
A Soldier For Recovery with Suleiman Hassan (The Impact of the Opioid Crisis in Philadelphia)
A Soldier For Recovery with Suleiman Hassan (The Impact of the Opioid Crisis in Philadelphia)
Monday 5th April 2021
Suleiman Hassan discusses overcoming opioid addiction and founding Soldiers For Recovery on 'Sober is Dope'. A story of resilience and hope.
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Get the buttons here!Suleiman Hassan's Fight Against Opioid Addiction: A Beacon of Hope
Everybody got a calling, and even when I used to get high, I used to say: God bless me with a gift, a talent, something that you bless, one of the peoples of the past.
Ever wondered what it takes to transform a life plagued by opioid addiction into one of hope and recovery? Meet Suleiman Hassan, the force behind the nonprofit Soldiers For Recovery. In this episode of 'Sober is Dope', Suleiman opens up about his own battle with opioid addiction and the childhood trauma that fueled it. Growing up in Philadelphia, he witnessed the harsh realities of substance abuse firsthand, leading him down a dark path that took years to escape.
But escape he did, and now he's on a mission to help others do the same. Suleiman shares how faith and community support played pivotal roles in his recovery, offering listeners practical advice and inspiration. The conversation also sheds light on the opioid crisis in Philadelphia, particularly in the hard-hit neighborhood of Kensington, and discusses the urgent need for government reform. If you're looking for a story of resilience and community-driven change, this episode is a must-listen.