Jaime Garza: From Struggles to Strength and Authenticity
Jaime's story reminds us that recovery is possible, and that it's never too late to start over and live the life we were meant to live.
Jaime Garza's story is one of grit, transformation, and unwavering hope. As the Coordinator of Collegiate Recovery for the University of Alabama, Jaime has walked a path riddled with trauma and addiction, emerging on the other side with a life brimming with authenticity and purpose. In this episode of 'Rooted Recovery Stories', Jaime takes listeners through his early years, where family dynamics and childhood experiences set the stage for his struggles with substance abuse.
He opens up about how working in the family business and his time as a college athlete intertwined with his addiction, affecting his relationships, health, and future. But Jaime's journey isn't just about battling addiction; it's a testament to the power of recovery. He speaks candidly about the role of honesty and transparency in his sobriety journey and how discovering his life's purpose has kept him on track.
Now, as a collegiate recovery coordinator, Jaime uses his experiences to guide others through their own battles with addiction and mental health issues. His story is a powerful reminder that recovery is always possible and that it's never too late to start anew. Tune in to hear Jaime's inspiring journey towards living a life full of authenticity and hope.