Guiding Light
Guiding Light
Bottoming Out in Battle Creek
Bottoming Out in Battle Creek
Bottoming Out in Battle Creek
Thursday 15th July 2021
Listen to Allen's journey from addiction to hope, finding purpose as a kitchen manager at Guiding Light. Real stories, real recovery.
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Get the buttons here!From Rock Bottom to Kitchen Manager: Allen's Story of Recovery
The key to not giving up was you had to give up the fact that you thought you could control all this.
What happens when someone hits rock bottom and finds a way back up? In this episode of 'Casting Light', life coaches Dan and Debbie sit down with Allen, a former client of Guiding Light, who shares his gripping journey from the depths of addiction to a place of hope and purpose. Allen's story begins in Battle Creek, where he struggled with alcoholism and drug addiction for three decades.
After a failed suicide attempt in June 2020, he arrived at Guiding Light with no hope left, thinking he was ready to give up on life. But things took a turn when he was welcomed into the program and given the role of kitchen manager. Cooking three meals a day for the community became more than just a task—it gave Allen a sense of purpose and belonging.
He began to understand the importance of living 'One Day at a Time' and slowly started to rebuild his life. The responsibility and community support he found at Guiding Light were crucial in his recovery. Allen's story is a testament to the power of accepting help and finding purpose in unexpected places. Whether you're battling addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a raw and inspiring look at what recovery can look like.
Tune in to hear Allen's candid reflections on his journey, the challenges he faced, and the hope he found along the way.