Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
rebecca@ccar.us (Mindy Richardson, Phil Valentine, Sandy Valentine)
I Kept Trying
I Kept Trying
I Kept Trying
Tuesday 18th May 2021
Listen to Mindy Richardson's journey from street life and addiction to recovery and family reunion on 'Recovery Matters! Podcast'.
81 minutes
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Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Get the buttons here!Mindy Richardson: From Street Hustle to Family Reunion
So it was not always like that, rough, you know, tough stuff. Like he was like selling every drug under the sun and I was closet smoking.
Imagine being drawn into a fast-money street lifestyle, only to find yourself entangled in addiction and legal troubles. That's exactly what happened to Mindy Richardson, now an emergency department recovery coach at CCAR. In this compelling episode of the 'Recovery Matters! Podcast', Mindy opens up about her early run-ins with the law and the challenges of becoming a young mother. The pressure to support herself led her down a path that many find hard to escape.
Despite numerous setbacks and a prolonged battle with the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Mindy’s story is one of unwavering persistence and ultimate redemption. She recounts her efforts to help other girls caught in similar situations while grappling with her own addiction. Falling off the wagon multiple times didn’t deter her; instead, it fueled her determination to reclaim her life and reunite with her family.
This episode isn’t just about Mindy's struggle—it's a testament to the power of resilience and the transformative potential of recovery. Through her candid narrative, listeners get a raw and real look at the highs and lows of her journey. If you or someone you know is navigating the turbulent waters of addiction, Mindy's story offers a beacon of hope. Tune in for an inspiring tale that underscores the importance of never giving up, no matter how tough the road gets.