Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera

Recovery Matters! Podcast

rebecca@ccar.us (Celine Dieppa, TJ Aitken)

  • "God Did For Me What I Couldn't Do For Myself": A Powerful Story of Addiction and Hope

"God Did For Me What I Couldn't Do For Myself": A Powerful Story of Addiction and Hope

Tuesday 18th June 2024

Celine shares her raw journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting the emotional toll and the transformative power of surrender.
35 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Raw
Honest
Supportive

About this podcast

Recovery Matters! Podcast
Author:
Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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From Desperation to Hope: Celine's Journey Through Addiction and Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Celine's upbringing in a household affected by addiction.
  • The desperation and physical toll of addiction.
  • The moment of surrender that led to her recovery.
  • The role of divine intervention in finding help.
  • Her current role as a recovery coach offering hope to others.
Let me love you until you're able to love yourself.
Celine's journey through addiction and recovery is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode of the Recovery Matters! Podcast, Celine shares her raw and unfiltered story, from the depths of addiction to the heights of recovery. Raised in a household shadowed by substance misuse, she faced unimaginable challenges from a young age. Her recounting of desperate moments—like waiting outside a packet store at 7:55 AM or battling withdrawal symptoms alone—paints a vivid picture of her struggles.
A pivotal moment came when she found herself on her knees, praying for a bed in a detox facility, marking the start of her recovery journey. Celine's story isn't just about her personal battles; it’s also about the broader emotional toll addiction takes on families and communities. She speaks candidly about losing her sister, the impact of her mother's addiction, and the sheer determination it took to turn her life around.
Now, as a recovery coach, she offers hope and guidance to others walking a similar path. This episode is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of surrender and support. If you're looking for a story that combines raw honesty with inspiration, this episode is a must-listen.