Alyssa Herdman

Addiction, From An Addicts Perspective

Alyssa Herdman

  • I discuss how I recently overdosed on heroin.

I discuss how I recently overdosed on heroin.

Sunday 11th October 2020

Alyssa Herdman shares her harrowing experience of surviving a heroin overdose and her path to recovery. Gain insight into the mindset of an addict.
Explicit
2 minutes
Raw
Honest
Thought-provoking
Informative
Hopeful

About this podcast

Addiction, From An Addicts Perspective
Author:
Alyssa Herdman
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episodes:
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Heroin Overdose: Alyssa Herdman's Raw Tale of Survival and Recovery

It's surreal. One minute you're waiting for that euphoric feeling that you get when you shoot up heroin. Next thing you know, you're waking up in a bathtub, soaking wet clothes, soaking wet. The people that are with you screaming at you about how you just died and so mad at you, because why did you do that? Why did you do that?
Imagine the sheer terror of waking up from a heroin overdose. In this gripping episode of 'Addiction, From An Addict's Perspective', Alyssa Herdman lays bare her own chilling experience. With unflinching honesty, she recounts the intense anticipation before injecting heroin, the fleeting euphoria, and the horrifying moment of regaining consciousness after an overdose. Alyssa's story isn't just about the dark side of addiction; it's also about the painstaking journey toward recovery.
She delves into the guilt, pain, and eventual progress that come with overcoming addiction. This episode offers a rare, inside look at the addict's mindset, providing invaluable insights for anyone struggling with addiction or trying to understand it better. Alyssa's courage in sharing her story serves as a beacon of hope, reminding us all of the possibility of recovery and the importance of seeking help.
If you're looking for a raw, unfiltered account of addiction and recovery, this episode is a must-listen.