Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
rebecca@ccar.us (Sandy Valentine, Phil Valentine, Zach Lewin)
Coming Full Circle
Coming Full Circle
Coming Full Circle
Tuesday 3rd August 2021
Hear Zach Lewin's story of overcoming opioid addiction and becoming a Recovery Coach on 'Recovery Matters! Podcast'.
72 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
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Author:
Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Get the buttons here!Zach Lewin's Path: From Opioid Struggles to Recovery Advocate
Stories like yours, like Tom's, like others, are just so important.
Growing up in a small Connecticut shoreline town, Zach Lewin seemed to have a picture-perfect life with a loving family. Yet, addiction doesn’t pick and choose, and Zach's story is a stark reminder of that harsh reality. In this gripping episode of the 'Recovery Matters! Podcast', Zach sits down with hosts Sandy and Phil Valentine to share his tumultuous journey.
He talks about his early decision to stay sober in high school, which took a drastic turn as he later fell victim to the opioid crisis. Zach’s descent was swift and severe, illustrating how quickly substance use can spiral out of control. However, his story doesn't end there. After hitting rock bottom, Zach clawed his way back to sobriety and now serves as an Emergency Department Recovery Coach (EDRC).
His role allows him to guide others through their darkest times, offering hope and support just when they need it most. This episode sheds light on the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic and emphasizes that addiction can affect anyone, regardless of their background. Through Zach’s candid recounting, listeners gain insight into the power of personal stories in the Recovery Movement.
Zach’s transformation from addiction to becoming a beacon of hope for others underscores the importance of sharing experiences to foster understanding and healing. Tune in to hear Zach's compelling narrative and join the conversation on embracing recovery's healing power.