Pej Alaghamandan

Peji's Recovery Corner

Pej Alaghamandan

  • From The Grips Of Fentanyl Addiction To A New Freedom & New Happiness

From The Grips Of Fentanyl Addiction To A New Freedom & New Happiness

Wednesday 3rd November 2021

Listen to Arvin's story on 'Peji's Recovery Corner' as he discusses his battle with fentanyl addiction and his path to recovery.
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Peji's Recovery Corner
Author:
Pej Alaghamandan
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Arvin's Journey: From Fentanyl's Grip to a Life Reclaimed

Real friends don't co-sign each other's bullshit, they'll hold you accountable.
Meet Arvin, a young Persian American whose life took a dramatic turn from academic excellence to the dark depths of fentanyl addiction. Raised in South Orange County, Arvin was the valedictorian of his high school class and later graduated with a business degree from San Diego State University. But his promising future was derailed by substance abuse, leading him through a harrowing journey of jails, institutions, and near-death experiences.
In this episode of 'Peji's Recovery Corner', Pej Alaghamandan sits down with Arvin to explore his rollercoaster ride from addiction to recovery. Arvin opens up about his multiple attempts to get sober and the pivotal role his hometown played in his eventual success. He now enjoys a fulfilling career and a life he once thought unattainable. Arvin's story is a powerful testament to the importance of accountability and family support in overcoming addiction.
He shares how real friends and loved ones didn't enable his destructive behavior but instead held him accountable, pushing him toward sobriety. As Arvin puts it, 'Real friends don't co-sign each other's nonsense; they hold you accountable'. This episode sheds light on the alarming rise of fentanyl addiction and its devastating impact on communities across the country.
Arvin's journey serves as a beacon of hope for those battling similar demons, emphasizing that recovery is possible with perseverance and the right support system. Tune in to hear Arvin's inspiring story and gain valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of the recovery process. Whether you're struggling with addiction, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking inspiration, this episode offers a heartfelt message of hope and resilience.
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