D.J. Burr

Making An Addict

D.J. Burr

  • "I was living on frozen yogurt" because of meth use. Now she is a well-respected addiction therapist! - S1E4

"I was living on frozen yogurt" because of meth use. Now she is a well-respected addiction therapist! - S1E4

Monday 24th July 2017

Anne shares her journey from meth addiction to becoming an addiction therapist. A moving story of resilience and recovery.
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57 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Empowering
Informative
Supportive

About this podcast

Making An Addict
Author:
D.J. Burr
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Recovery from Trauma
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From Meth Addiction to Healing Others: Anne's Journey

I think the addiction to whatever that might be- drugs, pornography, uh, sex shopping, spending, um, it helps numb that pain.
Imagine balancing the life of a star athlete while secretly battling a meth addiction. That's the reality Anne faced, and in this compelling episode of 'Making An Addict', she opens up about her tumultuous journey. Hosted by D.J. Burr, this episode dives into Anne's early life in a dysfunctional family and her turn to hard drugs as a means to escape emotional pain.
Anne doesn't hold back as she recounts the chaos of living a double life—excelling in sports by day and succumbing to addiction by night. Her story is raw, real, and incredibly moving. Today, Anne is a well-respected addiction therapist, and she shares how therapy and setting firm boundaries helped her reclaim her life. She talks candidly about the struggles with relapses and the importance of seeking help.
If you're grappling with addiction or know someone who is, Anne's story offers a beacon of hope and practical advice. Tune in for an episode filled with resilience, transformation, and the power of recovery.