The ARCast
The ARCast
Ep.95 Pt.1 Luis Gaxiola
Ep.95 Pt.1 Luis Gaxiola
Ep.95 Pt.1 Luis Gaxiola
Tuesday 19th March 2024
Luis Gaxiola's journey from gang life and addiction to recovery and hope is shared in this inspiring episode of The ARCast.
57 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Luis Gaxiola's Journey: From Gangs to Guiding Light
Episode Overview
- Luis shares his journey from glorifying the gang lifestyle to battling addiction
- He reflects on the influences that led him to addiction and his struggles with opiates
- Luis opens up about seeking help, the loss of a friend due to overdose, and his journey towards healing and transformation
- Join him as he discusses pivotal moments that shaped his recovery and his mission to help others
- Listen to Luis's story of hope, resilience, and the power of seeking support and recovery
The one that chose that life, I didn't even have to live it, but the one that chose to live that lifestyle was me.
What happens when a young man's fascination with the gang lifestyle spirals into addiction? Meet Luis Gaxiola, whose story is nothing short of remarkable. Raised in Nogales and later moving to Tucson, Luis was drawn to the allure of gang life in the '90s. This choice led him down a dark path of substance abuse and addiction. But that's just the beginning of his tale.
In this episode of The ARCast, Luis opens up about his struggles, the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, and his eventual transformation. Now a Site Coordinator at Hope Inc., Luis is dedicated to helping others find their way out of the darkness. His story is one of resilience, hope, and the incredible power of change. Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and is now making a difference in his community.