Susan Claire

Grieving Overdose Death

Susan Claire

  • Josh

Josh

Sunday 1st May 2022

Susan Claire reflects on her son Josh's life, addiction struggles, and legacy in this touching episode of 'Grieving Overdose Death'.
36 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Compassionate
Encouraging
Thought-provoking

About this podcast

Grieving Overdose Death
Author:
Susan Claire
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Josh's Journey: A Mother's Tale of Love, Loss, and Legacy

He bought food for struggling addicts, helped addicts get to meetings, and helped one person get recovery through giving money toward a ticket.
Josh was more than his struggles with addiction and depression; he was a loving father, a generous friend, and a compassionate soul. In this episode of 'Grieving Overdose Death', Susan Claire opens up about her son Josh's life, his battle with addiction, and the heartbreaking overdose that took him away. Josh's journey into addiction began tragically early, introduced to heroin by his birth father at just 13.
Despite his battles, Josh's life was marked by acts of kindness—buying food for struggling addicts and helping others find their way to recovery. Susan shares how she copes with her grief through her artwork and finds comfort in spiritual teachings. Her story is a poignant reminder of the importance of family support in recovery and the harsh realities of the rehab industry. Tune in to hear Susan's heartfelt reflections on Josh's life and legacy.