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Lissa Yellow Bird-Chase
Lissa Yellow Bird-Chase
Lissa Yellow Bird-Chase
Friday 15th April 2022
Hear Lissa Yellow Bird-Chase's inspiring journey from addiction to investigating unsolved murders and advocating for Indigenous communities.
33 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Compassionate
Informative
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Colorado Public Radio
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Lissa Yellow Bird-Chase: From Addiction to Advocacy for Justice
This story is about how someone who was broken was able to find a new purpose and a new way of being in the world, and that's something that I think everyone can relate to. - Vic Vela
What if the hardest moments of your life became the driving force behind your purpose? That's the story of Lissa Yellow Bird-Chase, an Arikara woman who has turned her struggles with addiction and abusive relationships into a mission of justice. In this episode of 'Back from Broken', hosted by Vic Vela, Lissa shares her extraordinary journey from the depths of despair to becoming a beacon of hope for missing and murdered Indigenous people.
Growing up in predominantly white communities, Lissa faced racism and domestic violence, which led her down a path of addiction. But her story didn't end there. Through spiritual teachings and messages she received while in prison, Lissa found healing and a new sense of purpose. She now dedicates her life to investigating unsolved murders, giving a voice to the voiceless and bringing attention to the crisis affecting Indigenous communities. Her resilience and determination are truly inspiring.
If you're looking for a story that shows the power of faith, purpose, and the human spirit, this episode is a must-listen.