Chip Womick
Chip Womick
Blake Easley/Part 1 (In Recovery/Works in Recovery)
Blake Easley/Part 1 (In Recovery/Works in Recovery)
Blake Easley/Part 1 (In Recovery/Works in Recovery)
Sunday 3rd November 2024
Blake Easley shares his raw journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting the struggles and triumphs along the way. A must-listen for inspiration.
65 minutes
Raw
Honest
Hopeful
Informative
Supportive
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Chip Womick
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Blake Easley's early substance use started with marijuana and cough syrup.
- He struggled with ADHD and was medicated from a young age.
- His addiction led him to live on the streets and use various drugs.
- Blake's story highlights the impact of family dynamics on addiction.
- He now works in recovery, helping others find their path to sobriety.
How could I not end up in addiction? Early on, I learned that there's something wrong with me and the way to fix it is by taking this.
In this episode of Drugs Did This, host Chip Womick sits down with Blake Easley to hear his gripping story of addiction and recovery. Blake's journey begins in California, where he first experimented with marijuana in high school before turning to cough syrup for a daily buzz. His addiction escalated, leading him to live on the streets and struggle with various substances.
Blake shares candid memories from his chaotic childhood, marked by ADHD and rebellious behaviour, to his eventual descent into severe addiction. He talks about the challenges of growing up with a single mother and the impact of being medicated from a young age. Blake's tale is one of survival and resilience, as he navigates the dangerous world of addiction, homelessness, and the constant battle to stay sober. Despite the darkness, Blake's story is filled with moments of hope and determination.
He now works in recovery, helping others find their path to sobriety. This episode is a raw and honest look at the realities of addiction and the power of recovery. It's a must-listen for anyone seeking understanding and inspiration in their own journey or for those supporting loved ones through similar struggles.