Amy LaRue

Finding Hope

Amy LaRue

  • Checking In | With Amy & Darcie

Checking In | With Amy & Darcie

Thursday 19th September 2024

Join Amy LaRue and Darcie Stevens as they recap the Run For Hope event, honouring lives lost to addiction and offering support to grieving families.
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Finding Hope
Author:
Amy LaRue
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Honouring Lives Lost: A Recap of Run For Hope

Episode Overview

  • The Run For Hope event had over 900 participants across multiple locations.
  • 114 posters were displayed in the Memorial Mile to honour lives lost to addiction.
  • Participants shared emotional stories and found community support.
  • The importance of asking questions and sharing memories about loved ones.
  • Encouragement to look for 'Godwinks' or small signs of hope in daily life.
Let's share the stories. I know you talk about your mum. We've talked about your mum on here.
This episode of 'Finding Hope' with Amy LaRue and Darcie Stevens is a heartfelt tribute to those who have lost their lives to addiction and the families who continue to honour them. Amy and Darcie recap the highlights from their first annual 'Run For Hope' event, formerly known as the 'Sobriety Sprint'. The event took place in multiple locations, including Oklahoma City, Weatherford, and Tulsa, with over 900 participants, making it their biggest year yet.
The run serves as a powerful reminder of the lives lost and the importance of community in the healing process. Darcie shares her experience of walking through the Memorial Mile, where 114 posters displayed the faces of those who have passed. She speaks about the emotional impact of seeing those faces and praying for their families. Amy recounts touching stories from participants, including a mother who found solace and community at the event.
The episode also highlights the importance of asking questions and sharing stories about loved ones who have struggled with addiction. Amy and Darcie encourage listeners to look for 'Godwinks' or small signs of hope and blessings in their daily lives. They emphasise the significance of community support and the healing power of sharing one's story. Whether you're grieving a loss or seeking support, this episode offers a compassionate and uplifting message that you're not alone in your journey.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation that underscores the importance of remembrance, honour, and community in the face of addiction.