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He Took his Last Pill Every Day for the Last Three Years
He Took his Last Pill Every Day for the Last Three Years
He Took his Last Pill Every Day for the Last Three Years
Monday 30th June 2014
Dan recounts his struggle with pill addiction and his path to recovery in this moving episode of 'Recovery Internet Radio'.
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Episode Overview
- Dan's journey from initial pill experimentation to severe drug dependency
- The impact of addiction on relationships and emotional well-being
- Insights into the mindset of an addict and the challenges faced
- Realization and steps taken towards recovery and a new beginning
- Hope and inspiration for those battling addiction
Looking back now, I learned a lot, and there's a lot of useful things that I took from it. At the time, it did not work well. I wasn't there yet.
What happens when every day feels like the last day you'll take that pill, but it never is? That's the haunting reality Dan faced for three long years. In this episode of 'Recovery Internet Radio', Dan opens up about his harrowing journey through addiction. It all started with a casual encounter with Vicodin, but soon spiraled into a relentless need for more.
When a shady doctor handed him a prescription for 240 Norco pills a month, it took just two weeks for Dan to run out. The desperation led him to OxyContin, where each pill cost him $80 and a piece of his soul. Stealing from friends and pawning valuables became his norm as he tried to avoid the sickness of withdrawal. For seven years, Dan was caught in this vicious cycle, promising himself daily that each pill would be his last.
His story isn't just about the struggle, though; it's about the breakthrough. How did he finally step off the merry-go-round of addiction? Tune in to hear Dan's candid reflections on the emotional toll, the battles with identity, and the relationships strained by his dependency. His ultimate realization and the steps he took toward recovery offer a beacon of hope for anyone facing similar challenges.
Whether you're in the throes of addiction or supporting someone who is, Dan's story is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible.