Host: Ty Bechel
Jackie Butler
Overcoming Addiction: A Quad Skater’s Journey
Overcoming Addiction: A Quad Skater’s Journey
Overcoming Addiction: A Quad Skater’s Journey
Tuesday 8th August 2023
Join Jackie Butler as she shares her inspiring journey from addiction to recovery through roller skating, highlighting resilience and self-discovery.
57 minutes
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Host: Ty Bechel
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Jackie's raw and emotional account of her struggles with substance use and mental health issues
- Her journey of finding solace in roller skating amidst the turmoil of her parents' divorce and ensuing isolation
- The transformative power of self-improvement and resilience in overcoming addiction
- The significance of building connections and finding purpose beyond addiction
- Reflections on the continual journey of self-discovery and growth
Now without the substances, now without all of the things that I thought I needed to fit in and belong, I now fit in and belong. And I have so many friends and I have so much love in my life. And I get to give back every day to this program that saved my life, not only just AA and recovery, but also drug court, because that's where I work.
Ever thought roller skating could be more than just a fun pastime? For Jackie Butler, it became a lifeline. In this gripping episode, Jackie opens up about her turbulent life, marked by her parents' divorce and the isolation that followed. She candidly shares her battles with substance use and mental health, painting a vivid picture of her teenage years filled with chaos and struggle. But it's not all doom and gloom. Jackie's story is one of remarkable resilience and transformation.
She takes us through her darkest moments, including a breakdown that led to a stint in a state hospital, and her fight to find human connection amidst it all. Her journey through drug court and eventual sobriety is nothing short of inspiring. Jackie's tale isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about rediscovering herself, finding community in the 12 Step program, and learning that true connection comes from within.
Tune in for a conversation that redefines what recovery looks like, reminding us that every journey is unique and filled with hope.