Recovery Internet Radio
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Prisoner in Pearls
Prisoner in Pearls
Prisoner in Pearls
Monday 10th December 2012
Listen to 'Prisoner in Pearls' on Recovery Internet Radio for a compelling story of addiction, luxury rehab pitfalls, and finding balance.
60 minutes
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Empowering
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Prisoner in Pearls: From Privilege to Perseverance
I just try to live that way and be balanced. My parents were paying where I was staying and I was kicked out: that was a huge eye-opener for me.
Imagine growing up in a world where everything seems perfect, yet you're battling inner demons no one can see. In this episode of Recovery Internet Radio, hosts Rick Atwater and Rob Ryberg sit down with a guest who takes us through her journey from a privileged upbringing to the depths of heroin addiction. She had it all—good values, a loving family, and a beautiful home.
But beneath the surface, she was struggling with zero coping skills and a growing dependency on alcohol and prescription drugs. Her quest for escape led her through a series of luxury rehabs, each promising salvation but failing to address the root causes of her pain. Her story takes a dark turn as she describes living in an opulent house stripped of furniture, all pawned to feed her addiction. She was, quite literally, a prisoner in pearls.
Through candid conversation, she shares how she finally found hope and happiness by embracing personal responsibility and seeking balance in life. This episode dives deep into the complexities of addiction in affluent environments, the slippery slope from alcohol to harder substances like heroin, and the crucial role of trauma in fueling these dependencies. Rick and Rob create a safe space for their guest to open up, offering listeners valuable insights into the importance of community and moderation in recovery.
Tune in to hear a story that is as harrowing as it is inspiring, reminding us all that no matter where we start, there's always a path to healing.