Tyelur Watkins & John Sadkin-DeLaGarza

Getting Sober Young

Tyelur Watkins & John Sadkin-DeLaGarza

  • Episode #19: What is the Hardest Part About Drug Addiction

Episode #19: What is the Hardest Part About Drug Addiction

Tuesday 23rd January 2024

Hear young voices share their toughest battles with drug addiction and find hope in their stories on 'Getting Sober Young'.
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3 minutes
Raw
Authentic
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful

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Getting Sober Young
Author:
Tyelur Watkins & John Sadkin-DeLaGarza
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Young Voices on the Toughest Hurdles in Drug Addiction

Episode Overview

  • Isolation and impact on relationships emerge as common struggles in drug addiction
  • Young individuals share their experiences in recovery and the mental anguish they faced
  • The podcast provides a platform for open conversations about overcoming drug addiction
  • Listeners are encouraged to engage and seek support through the podcast's social media channels
  • The episode offers a raw and authentic insight into the challenges of drug addiction and the journey to recovery
For me, it was like isolation. I'd say whenever I use drugs I am just locked in a room by myself and losing all my relationships and stuff like that. I'd have to say the hurt I cause my family and friends. Absolute loneliness.
What’s the hardest part about battling drug addiction? In this episode of 'Getting Sober Young', hosts Tyelur Watkins and John Sadkin-DeLaGarza take their mics to a recovery event, capturing the raw and unfiltered voices of young people who’ve faced the beast of addiction head-on. This isn’t just another podcast episode; it’s a candid exploration of the mental and emotional battles that come with trying to stay clean.
You’ll hear from individuals who’ve been in the trenches, sharing their toughest moments and what helped them push through. From the strain on personal relationships to the internal struggles that never seem to end, these stories are as real as it gets. But it’s not all doom and gloom. The episode also radiates hope and resilience, offering a community where listeners can find solidarity and support.
If you’re navigating your own journey to sobriety or supporting someone who is, this episode provides a powerful reminder that you’re not alone. Tune in for an honest, heartfelt discussion that might just give you the strength to keep going.