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Black Balloon Day - March 6th | Recovery Radio
Black Balloon Day - March 6th | Recovery Radio
Black Balloon Day - March 6th | Recovery Radio
Saturday 2nd March 2019
Diane Hurley talks about Black Balloon Day on Recovery Radio, sharing her family's story and the need for awareness and support in addiction recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Black Balloon Day: Diane Hurley's Journey Through Grief and Advocacy
It's a day set aside nationally now and internationally, to bring awareness to the deaths from drug overdoses, the numbers we tell you about all the time staggering, staggering numbers of death, accidental overdoses, something like over a year now- I mean it's the word slaughter- comes to mind.
Picture a day dedicated to remembering those lost to substance abuse, and you have Black Balloon Day. Every year on March 6th, communities worldwide come together to honor lives cut short by addiction. In this heartfelt episode of Recovery Radio, Diane Hurley, co-founder of Black Balloon Day, opens up about her family's painful experience with addiction and the loss of a loved one.
She shares how this personal tragedy inspired her to create a day that not only commemorates those who have passed but also raises awareness about the ongoing battle against substance abuse. Hurley's story is a poignant reminder that addiction knows no boundaries—it can affect anyone, regardless of their background. She emphasizes the urgent need for better public education and more resources dedicated to addiction treatment.
Through her candid conversation, Hurley highlights how Black Balloon Day serves as both a memorial and a call to action, encouraging people to support those in recovery and to foster a compassionate community. One of the key messages from this episode is the importance of empathy and understanding. Hurley underscores that addiction is a disease requiring support and resources for those affected to overcome it.
By raising awareness and building a sense of community, Black Balloon Day aims to break down the stigma surrounding addiction and promote a more hopeful approach to recovery. Diane Hurley's message is ultimately one of hope and resilience. She reminds us that even in the face of immense loss, we can come together to support one another and work towards a brighter future. If you or someone you care about is struggling with addiction, this episode is a must-listen.
It's a touching tribute and a powerful call to join the movement for recovery and healing.