Shar Jones
Shar Jones
Ep020: Jeff Dougherty - Saving Lives on the Ground
Ep020: Jeff Dougherty - Saving Lives on the Ground
Ep020: Jeff Dougherty - Saving Lives on the Ground
Wednesday 7th March 2018
Jeff Dougherty's journey from drug dealer to advocate highlights hope, personal accountability, and the power of community support in addiction recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Jeff Dougherty: From Drug Dealer to Hope Dealer
Hope is where the healing begins, and on the other side of hope is life and joy and love, and all these things that are no longer contingent upon the recovery of our addicts.
Imagine growing up in a strict religious household, only to find yourself rebelling against everything you were taught. That's Jeff Dougherty's story. Raised by missionary parents, Jeff turned to drugs and gangs as a teenager, seeking an escape from his upbringing. His life spiraled into a cycle of addiction, crime, and prison. Jeff candidly shares how he didn't care about anything but getting high, making choices that led him down a dark path.
But this isn't just a story of despair; it's one of redemption and hope. Jeff's transformation from an addict to a street advocate is nothing short of inspiring. He now dedicates his life to helping others caught in the same vicious cycle he once was. Jeff emphasizes that no one dreams of becoming an addict; it's the choices we make that lead us there. Yet, he also highlights the importance of accessible treatment and community support in recovery.
His journey underscores the power of personal accountability and the transformative role of hope. Jeff believes that hope is where healing begins, leading to a life filled with joy and love, independent of addiction's grip. This episode is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, change is possible.