Wendy Alaniz
Wendy Alaniz
Behind Bars
Behind Bars
Behind Bars
Tuesday 11th May 2021
Wendy Alaniz explores the link between addiction and incarceration, stressing the need for treatment and faith in recovery.
7 minutes
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Hopeful
Empowering
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Wendy Alaniz
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Categories:
Religion & Spirituality
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Behind Bars: Addiction's Path to Prison and the Hope for Recovery
Being addicted to drugs can also cause you bodily harm or even death. The majority of addicts do it in groups, causing arguments and fights while they hallucinate under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Imagine finding yourself behind bars, not because you're inherently a criminal, but because addiction led you down a dark path. In this episode of G.O.D. GOD OVER DRUGS, Wendy Alaniz tackles the stark reality of how substance abuse can push individuals into a life of crime and incarceration. Wendy sheds light on the staggering number of drug-related offenses in US prisons and the glaring lack of adequate treatment programs available to inmates.
She passionately argues for the necessity of starting treatment while incarcerated and highlights the critical need for mandatory counseling both before and after release to ensure lasting sobriety. The episode doesn't shy away from discussing the grim connection between addiction and violent crimes, emphasizing how many are driven to theft or even bodily harm to fuel their next high. Wendy's message is clear: seeking divine help can be a powerful ally in the battle against addiction.
She encourages listeners to turn to God for strength and guidance, especially during life's toughest moments, rather than resorting to drugs or alcohol. Wendy wraps up the episode with a heartfelt prayer, asking for divine intervention to free listeners from the chains of addiction and to mend broken relationships with loved ones. If you're looking for an honest discussion about the harsh consequences of addiction and the hope that faith can bring, this episode is a must-listen.