Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Michael DeLeon - Drugs Almost Killed Me - I Won't Let That Happen to Others
Michael DeLeon - Drugs Almost Killed Me - I Won't Let That Happen to Others
Michael DeLeon - Drugs Almost Killed Me - I Won't Let That Happen to Others
Thursday 30th January 2020
Michael DeLeon discusses his journey from addiction to advocacy, emphasizing drug education, vaping dangers, and the role of spirituality in recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Michael DeLeon: From Prison to Purpose-Driven Advocate
There's no such thing as a chemical solution to a spiritual problem.
What if your darkest days could become a beacon of hope for others? That's exactly what happened to Michael DeLeon. Once an addict and gang member, Michael spent 12 years behind bars. Today, he's on a mission to prevent others from following the same path. In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', host Joanie Sigal dives into Michael's transformative journey and his passionate work in drug education and prevention.
Michael's story is one of resilience and redemption. After hitting rock bottom, he vowed to ensure no other child in America would end up like him. Since then, he's traveled across all 50 states, speaking at over 700 schools, reaching thousands of young minds and their parents. One of the key issues Michael tackles is the alarming rise of vaping among youth. He shares eye-opening accounts of encountering vape pens loaded with marijuana in middle and high schools.
Michael emphasizes the urgent need for education to steer kids away from the path of addiction before it's too late. The episode also delves into the opioid crisis that's devastating communities across the nation. Michael sheds light on the catastrophic effects of opioid addiction on families and highlights the necessity for alternative approaches to detox and long-term recovery. But Michael's message isn't just about drugs; it's about deeper issues too.
He underscores the importance of parental involvement, noting that behaviors are often learned at home. He advocates for simple but powerful actions like having dinner with your kids regularly and staying engaged in their lives. Perhaps most compelling is Michael's belief in the role of spirituality in recovery. He argues that addiction is often a symptom of deeper spiritual voids that need to be addressed. His message is clear: there is no chemical solution to a spiritual problem.
Tune in to hear Michael's inspiring journey from prison to a life dedicated to saving others from addiction. His insights are not just informative but profoundly moving, offering hope and practical advice for anyone touched by addiction.