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  • EP 368: Caylen Bender's Recovery Story

EP 368: Caylen Bender's Recovery Story

Thursday 5th September 2024

Hear Caylen Bender's inspiring recovery story from meth addiction and trauma to helping others on their path to sobriety.
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42 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Supportive
Honest

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Caylen Bender's Harrowing Journey to Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Caylen shares her journey from meth addiction to sobriety.
  • She discusses the impact of family trauma on her addiction.
  • Caylen recounts surviving a head-on collision with a semi-truck.
  • She highlights the importance of community and faith in recovery.
  • Caylen talks about starting a foundation to support others in addiction recovery.
I still say that accident was the best thing that ever happened to me in my life because it is the thing that did finally send me off in the right direction
In this compelling episode of the Sobertown Podcast, Drifter sits down with Caylen Bender, a remarkable woman from Alberta, Canada, who has faced unimaginable hardships and emerged victorious. Caylen's story is nothing short of harrowing – from losing her father to drug addiction at a young age to battling her own meth addiction, and even surviving a head-on collision with a semi-truck. Yet, she stands today as a beacon of hope and resilience.
Her journey through homelessness, family trauma, and substance abuse is both heartbreaking and inspiring. Despite these challenges, Caylen has managed to turn her life around and now dedicates her time to helping others struggling with addiction. Her candid recounting of her past, the losses she endured, and the triumphs she achieved offers invaluable insights into the struggles and victories of addiction recovery.
This episode isn't just about Caylen's past; it's about her present and future as she builds a foundation to support others on their path to sobriety. You'll find yourself moved by her strength and determination. If you're looking for a story of resilience and hope, this episode is a must-listen.