Jim Rachels
Jim Rachels
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 68 (Amy M. Interview)
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 68 (Amy M. Interview)
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 68 (Amy M. Interview)
Tuesday 29th March 2022
Listen to Amy M. discuss her battle with addiction and path to recovery on 'Addicts Anonymous', focusing on coping skills and emotional resilience.
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33 minutes
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Jim Rachels
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Amy M.'s Path from Pain to Recovery: A Story of Resilience
My personal experience with addiction has made me, or learned me, to believe that a lot of it has to do with just coping skills, not being able to cope with your life and not being able to feel a feeling, which is what I didn't want to do, and that's why I chose narcotics.
What happens when life's hardships push someone towards addiction, and how can they find their way back? In this heartfelt episode of 'Addicts Anonymous', host Jim Rachels chats with Amy M., who bravely shares her story of battling addiction and finding her path to recovery. Amy's childhood was marked by her mother's prolonged illness and the loss of her grandmother, events that led her to seek solace in narcotics.
Through candid reflections, Amy discusses how poor coping skills and emotional struggles fueled her addiction, but she also reveals the turning points that guided her towards a healthier life. This episode doesn't shy away from the tough questions, including the ongoing debate about whether addiction is a disease and the crucial role of education and awareness in tackling it. Amy's journey is a testament to resilience and the power of learning to cope with life's challenges.
Whether you're facing similar struggles or supporting someone who is, Amy's story offers hope and valuable insights.