The Empty Chair
The Empty Chair
E1 - International Awareness Day
E1 - International Awareness Day
E1 - International Awareness Day
Monday 5th October 2020
Honor International Overdose Awareness Day with 'The Empty Chair', featuring a touching tribute to lives lost and stories of hope in addiction recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Remembering Lives Lost: A Tribute on International Overdose Awareness Day
I believed in god, but my coming to believe was that god loves us when we're broken. I thought that what would god ever want to do with a girl like me?
What if we could remember those we've lost to addiction in a way that inspires change? In this poignant episode of 'The Empty Chair', hosted by Cole Welch Caffrey, listeners are invited to honor International Overdose Awareness Day. This global event, held annually on August 31st, aims to raise awareness about overdose and reduce the stigma surrounding drug-related deaths. This episode features a heartfelt collage of pictures, showcasing individuals who have tragically lost their lives to overdose and addiction.
Originally aired live on MVPASAP's Facebook page, this visual tribute serves as a powerful reminder of the lives cut short and the ongoing battle against addiction. Cole Welch Caffrey brings a compassionate voice to the discussion, emphasizing the importance of community responses and the role of faith and spirituality in finding hope amidst despair. Through stories of deep sorrow and ultimate hope, this episode aims to light the way for those struggling with addiction.
Ending with a moment of silence, it provides a space for reflection and remembrance. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or seeking to understand its impact, this episode offers a moving tribute and a call to action to support those fighting this battle.