Neil Scott

Recovery Coast to Coast

Neil Scott

  • First Drink at 9; Hard Drugs at 15; and Sober at 17. Now, 18 years in Recovery! Megan's Story.

First Drink at 9; Hard Drugs at 15; and Sober at 17. Now, 18 years in Recovery! Megan's Story.

Monday 8th November 2021

Megan Weaver shares her journey from early addiction to 18 years of recovery, with insights from Josh Brolin and Jessica Simpson.
47 minutes
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Empowering
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Recovery Coast to Coast
Author:
Neil Scott
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Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Megan Weaver: From Early Addiction to Lifelong Recovery

The bright side of addiction is recovery.
Imagine taking your first drink at just nine years old. Megan Weaver did, and her story is a rollercoaster of early substance abuse and ultimate triumph in long-term recovery. In this episode of 'Recovery Coast to Coast', host Neil Scott sits down with Megan to unpack her journey. By fifteen, Megan was using hard drugs, and by seventeen, she found herself in treatment. What followed was a transformative experience that led her to 18 years of sobriety.
Megan's story is not just about getting clean; it's about finding purpose through helping others and staying connected to a higher power. She emphasizes the importance of daily self-work and achieving inner peace, which she believes is reflected in our actions and reactions. The episode also features candid thoughts on recovery from celebrities like Josh Brolin and Jessica Simpson, adding layers of insight into the challenges and rewards of sobriety. And if that wasn't enough, award-winning actor Lou Gossett Jr.
shares his views on maturity and spirituality in the recovery process. Megan also talks about her venture into the addiction treatment industry, where she founded Sundown M Ranch. She discusses the hurdles and successes of running a facility that aims to provide innovative and affordable treatment programs. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a wealth of wisdom and inspiration. Tune in for Megan's compelling story and more.