Candice B.: Rediscovering Identity Through Recovery
Everybody has a purpose and a plan for their lives, and that it doesn't matter how far down the road that you've gone, that if you get yourself within a community and get yourself around people for whom the miracle has happened, you don't even necessarily have to want it. It works if you work it and it's worth it.
Candice B.'s journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. In this episode of Podcast Recovery, hosted by David O. and Eric B., Candice shares her deeply personal story of battling addiction and finding her way to sobriety. Her path wasn't easy—marked by multiple suicide attempts and countless efforts to quit for the sake of others. But Candice's story isn't just about struggle; it's about the transformative power of hope and community support.
She dives into how religion played a pivotal role in her recovery, how counseling provided a lifeline, and how books became her steadfast companions during her darkest times. Candice also touches on her unique experiences teaching recovery principles to children and navigating the challenges of parenting while staying sober. Throughout her narrative, she emphasizes the importance of finding a supportive community that truly understands your journey.
Candice's story is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, no matter how many times you've fallen. Her words echo with the promise that 'it works if you work it and it's worth it'. Tune in for an episode filled with raw honesty, heartfelt insights, and an unwavering message of hope.