Max Liles
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Not Your Average IV User Episode 13 - Sarah Wilson
Not Your Average IV User Episode 13 - Sarah Wilson
Not Your Average IV User Episode 13 - Sarah Wilson
Friday 13th May 2022
Sarah Wilson discusses her journey from chronic homelessness to stability through community support in this episode of 'Not Your Average IV User'.
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Get the buttons here!Sarah Wilson: From the Streets to Strength and Community
Two And A Half Years, um, no drinks, no drugs for a person that was on medication, assisted treatment and still couldn't come in from the really the the most sort of invasive thing that you can do to try to manage your disease.
Imagine spending over five years cycling through public parks, hospitals, and treatment centers, just trying to find a safe place to rest. That's exactly what Sarah Wilson experienced as she battled chronic homelessness and addiction. In this gripping episode of 'Not Your Average IV User', host Max Liles sits down with Sarah to uncover her incredible journey from the streets to a life of stability and strength.
Sarah paints a vivid picture of the harsh realities of living without a home, sharing the daily struggles and dangers she faced. But her story doesn't end there. She opens up about how accessing treatment became a turning point in her life, offering her a chance at something better. Interestingly, Sarah discusses how medication-assisted treatment, often seen as the gold standard, didn't work for her.
Instead, she found hope and success through community support and having people who genuinely cared about her well-being. Today, Sarah is not just surviving; she's thriving. She's an avid CrossFitter and proudly calls herself the 'Head Bitch in Charge' at Spartan Solutions. Her involvement in the Pride of Portsmouth v. China initiative shows her commitment to giving back to the community that helped her find her footing.
Max and Sarah's conversation is a powerful reminder of the importance of reaching out for help and the transformative power of community support. They emphasize that reintegration after chronic homelessness is a gradual process that requires patience and persistence. If you're looking for a story that highlights resilience and the human spirit's capacity for change, this episode is a must-listen.