Guest Kyle Higgins
Guest Kyle Higgins
Guest Kyle Higgins
Sunday 18th October 2020
Kyle Higgins shares his journey from bull riding to heroin addiction and recovery, highlighting peer pressure and the importance of education.
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Get the buttons here!Kyle Higgins: From Bull Riding to Battling Heroin Addiction
I couldn't even tell you what heroin did, or cocaine, or I was honestly, I was very uneducated on drugs and alcohol because I was never around it.
Picture this: a young man, full of life, riding bulls in Colorado. That was Kyle Higgins until a severe injury turned his world upside down. This episode of 'Sharing Our Stories' dives into Kyle's raw and honest account of how a bull riding mishap led him down a dark path from painkillers to heroin addiction. Kyle's tale is not just about the fall but also about the climb back up.
He opens up about the peer pressure that nudged him towards drugs, even though he grew up far from such influences. Kyle admits, 'I was very uneducated on drugs and alcohol because I was never around it'. His story sheds light on the importance of educating young people about the dangers lurking in seemingly harmless situations. The impact of his addiction rippled through his life, straining family bonds and friendships.
Yet, amidst the chaos, Kyle's family stood by him, offering the love and support that became his anchor. He talks candidly about the tough journey to find a recovery program that clicked for him. Eventually, he found one that not only supported him but also paid him to be there, marking a turning point in his battle against addiction. Kyle's journey underscores the critical role of recovery programs and the power of unwavering support from loved ones.
It's a stark reminder of how easily one can slip into addiction and how challenging yet possible it is to reclaim one's life. Tune in to hear Kyle's inspiring story and gain insights into the realities of addiction and recovery.