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Episode 105: Becky Savage Lost Two Sons of an Overdose Within Minutes of Each Other. Listen to Her Story
Episode 105: Becky Savage Lost Two Sons of an Overdose Within Minutes of Each Other. Listen to Her Story
Episode 105: Becky Savage Lost Two Sons of an Overdose Within Minutes of Each Other. Listen to Her Story
Sunday 23rd June 2024
Becky Savage shares her heartbreaking story of losing two sons to overdose and her mission to educate families on substance misuse.
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Get the buttons here!A Mother's Heartbreak: Becky Savage's Journey After Losing Two Sons to Overdose
Episode Overview
- Becky Savage shares her emotional journey after losing her two sons to overdose.
- The importance of educating teens and families about substance misuse.
- Addressing the stigma surrounding overdose deaths.
- Creating safety plans and rehearsing refusal skills with kids.
- Turning personal tragedy into a mission for advocacy and education.
When the word overdose came out of my mouth I nearly choked on those words.
In this heart-wrenching episode of High While Clean, host Eric McCoy sits down with Becky Savage, a mother who faced the unimaginable loss of her two sons, Nick and Jack, to an overdose within minutes of each other. Becky shares her raw and emotional journey from that devastating day to her current mission of educating teens and families about the dangers of substance misuse through the 525 Foundation.
The episode is a candid exploration of grief, resilience, and the power of turning personal tragedy into a life-saving mission. Becky recounts the chaotic moments when she found her sons unresponsive, the frantic attempts to save them, and the crushing realisation that they were gone. She speaks openly about the stigma surrounding overdose deaths and how she nearly choked on the word 'overdose' when first asked about her sons' passing.
Yet, amidst the sorrow, Becky has found a way to keep Nick and Jack's memory alive by sharing their story and advocating for better education and prevention measures. Her foundation's work highlights the importance of having tough conversations with kids about drugs and alcohol, rehearsing refusal skills, and creating safety plans. Becky's message is clear: no family should have to endure such a loss, and through awareness and education, we can make a difference.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by substance abuse or looking to understand its profound impact on families. It’s a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion, support, and action in the fight against addiction.