Susan Claire

Grieving Overdose Death

Susan Claire

  • Becca

Becca

Sunday 11th February 2024

Sarah shares the story of her daughter Becca, her passions, struggles with addiction, and the impact of her untimely death from fentanyl poisoning.
54 minutes
Inspiring
Compassionate
Honest
Supportive
Healing

About this podcast

Grieving Overdose Death
Author:
Susan Claire
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episodes:
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Becca's Story: A Mother's Journey Through Loss and Love

Episode Overview

  • Becca's vibrant personality and passions
  • Her struggles with addiction and mental health issues
  • The impact of fentanyl poisoning on her life
  • Sarah's efforts to break the stigma around addiction
  • Coping with grief through advocacy and storytelling
"Becca would love the fact that this video got a million views"
Grieving Overdose Death is a heartfelt podcast dedicated to sharing the stories of those who have lost loved ones to accidental overdoses. In this episode, Sarah shares the story of her daughter, Becca, a vibrant young woman who passed away in January 2021 from fentanyl poisoning at just 22 years old. Becca was a spirited individual with a passion for animals, theatre, music, and tattoos.
Her mother, Sarah, paints a vivid picture of Becca's life, from her early years as a wild child to her struggles with addiction and mental health issues. Sarah also discusses the importance of breaking the stigma around addiction and how she has found solace in speaking to school groups about her daughter's life. Through laughter and tears, Sarah's story is a powerful reminder of the human side of addiction and the impact it has on families.
You'll hear about Becca's love for art and tattoos, her irreverent sense of humour, and the challenges she faced. Sarah's candid recounting of Becca's life and death is both moving and inspiring. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has been affected by addiction or knows someone who has. It's a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the enduring bond between a mother and her daughter.