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Homeless kid to chief medical officer
Homeless kid to chief medical officer
Homeless kid to chief medical officer
Monday 27th January 2020
Join Marvin Seppala on 'Real Recovery' as he shares his incredible journey from homelessness and addiction to becoming Chief Medical Officer at Hazelton Betty Ford.
49 minutes
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Religion & Spirituality
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Marvin Seppala: From Homelessness to Healing as Chief Medical Officer
It gave me a path, kind of a blueprint, and I started to do all of that and started to lead my life based on spiritual principles instead of just whatever I wanted to do.
Imagine being just 12 years old and already battling addiction, feeling lost and alone. That's where Marvin Seppala found himself before embarking on a remarkable journey of transformation. In this episode of 'Real Recovery', hosts Bill Arnold and George Fraser sit down with Marvin, now the Chief Medical Officer at Hazelton Betty Ford, to uncover his inspiring story. Marvin's path wasn't easy, but it was filled with resilience, hope, and a steadfast commitment to change.
From the depths of homelessness and addiction, he rose to a position where he now helps others navigate their own recoveries. Marvin shares how Hazelden provided him with a blueprint for recovery, emphasizing the importance of spiritual principles in his journey. He also delves into the challenges of painkiller misuse and offers practical advice for managing pain during recovery.
Whether you're looking for inspiration or practical tips, Marvin's story is a powerful reminder that change is possible, no matter how dire the circumstances.