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NSAw/EJ Ep 2 - Gabriella Greer-Benedict
NSAw/EJ Ep 2 - Gabriella Greer-Benedict
NSAw/EJ Ep 2 - Gabriella Greer-Benedict
Tuesday 8th November 2022
Hear Gabriella Greer-Benedict's inspiring journey from early addiction to recovery and motherhood on 'Not So Anonymous with EJ Erreca'.
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Get the buttons here!Gabriella Greer-Benedict: From Early Addiction to a Life of Love and Recovery
I want to back up and people see me as being a black woman and think that I was raised around crack and in the hood and this, and that, no motherfuckers, I was raised around cocaine cowboys waking up in the middle of the morning at o 'clock in the morning and my stepfather and his buddies in their cowboy hats, cowboy boots, robes and gun holsters.
Ever wondered how someone can transform their life after starting down a dark path at such a young age? In this episode of 'Not So Anonymous with EJ Erreca', Gabriella Greer-Benedict opens up about her extraordinary journey. Growing up in an environment steeped in drugs and alcohol, Gabriella's story began with her first cigarette at just six years old. Her path took several harrowing turns, including a family member's suicide and an abusive relationship, leading her deeper into addiction.
But Gabriella's story is also one of remarkable resilience and transformation. By the time she was 19, she found herself living on the streets as a mother. A pivotal phone call from her own mother changed everything, setting her on a path to recovery that would lead her to Santa Cruz, California. Here, Gabriella hit rock bottom but also found the strength to climb back up.
She embraced recovery, found love with her husband Jared Benedict, and became the mother she always wanted to be. Gabriella's narrative is a powerful reminder of the human spirit's capacity for change. Through community support, compassion, and forgiveness, she rebuilt her life and relationships. Her story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about the enduring power of hope and the importance of reaching out for help when you need it most.
Tune in to hear Gabriella's moving account and discover how she turned her life around, offering inspiration to anyone facing similar struggles.