Jeannine Coulter Lindgren

Chasing Heroine: Addiction Recovery Podcast

Jeannine Coulter Lindgren

  • “From IVs to PhDs” Rachael Jarrel

“From IVs to PhDs” Rachael Jarrel

Saturday 7th January 2023

Hear Rachael Jarrel's inspiring journey from meth addiction to earning a PhD on 'Chasing Heroine'. Discover the power of step work and family reconnection.
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77 minutes
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Chasing Heroine: Addiction Recovery Podcast
Author:
Jeannine Coulter Lindgren
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Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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From Meth to Mastery: Rachael Jarrel's Path to Sobriety

But you can't stay clean for someone else, you know, and I started working the steps and I started seeing the changes in my life and I started, you know, I started having that personality change, you know, um, that psychic change, and I started liking my life.
Ever wondered what it takes to turn your life around after decades of addiction? In this episode of 'Chasing Heroine', Jeannine Coulter Lindgren sits down with her sponsor of nine years, Rachael Jarrel, who shares her incredible journey from a meth-addicted teenager to a PhD holder. Rachael started using meth at the tender age of 14 and spent many years as a sex worker to support her habit. But at 38, she made a life-altering decision to get clean.
Now celebrating ten years of sobriety, Rachael opens up about the pivotal role of step work and sponsorship in her recovery. She explains how reconnecting with her daughter became a turning point in her journey to sobriety. Rachael’s story isn’t just about overcoming addiction; it’s about rebuilding relationships and setting new life goals. Her experiences shed light on the harsh realities of addiction and the immense challenges that come with it.
Yet, they also highlight the power of resilience and the importance of seeking help. If you’re looking for a tale of hope and transformation, Rachael’s story will leave you inspired and uplifted. Tune in to 'Chasing Heroine' for more heartfelt stories of recovery every Thursday.