David Lewry
David Lewry
Maddy's Story
Maddy's Story
Maddy's Story
Friday 24th July 2020
Tune in to Maddy's inspiring journey from addiction and trauma to recovery and hope on Voices in Recovery.
65 minutes
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Author:
David Lewry
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Maddy's Story: Triumph Over Trauma and Addiction
I tried to fill [the addiction piece] with a lot of different things when I came into recovery and one of them was running, which is great, a great thing to do. I just needed to keep doing things and I found a lot of things that I liked that I'd never tried before.
What happens when a young life is riddled with bullying, addiction, and homelessness? Maddy's story is a raw and honest account of surviving the darkest corners of life and finding a way to the light. As a child, Maddy faced severe bullying that pushed her towards alcohol and other substances. Dropping out of school by grade 8, she found herself homeless and exposed to violence and exploitation.
Her journey wasn't a straight path to recovery; it was filled with numerous attempts to get sober, often without any support. However, at 17, she attended her first meeting and began to rebuild her life. Now, Maddy is thriving in recovery and pursuing a career as a social worker. Her story doesn't just highlight the struggles but also the incredible resilience and strength required to overcome such challenges.
Maddy speaks candidly about the importance of finding one's own path to sobriety, whether through hobbies, exercise, or community support. She also delves into the complexities of relationships during recovery and the power of forgiveness. One of the most compelling parts of Maddy's story is her work with survivors of sexual exploitation and her involvement in restorative justice programs. She sheds light on the humanity of offenders, emphasizing that they too need healing and rehabilitation.
Maddy's journey offers a profound message of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of community support. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of addiction and trauma, along with practical insights into finding personal healing paths. Maddy's story is a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with similar issues, reminding us all that recovery is possible with the right support and determination.