HOPE Sheds Light offers a new perspective on addiction.
HOPE Sheds Light offers a new perspective on addiction.
Recovery on Campus: John's Inspirational Peer Specialist Story
Recovery on Campus: John's Inspirational Peer Specialist Story
Recovery on Campus: John's Inspirational Peer Specialist Story
Tuesday 31st October 2023
Follow John's inspiring journey from addiction to recovery and his role as a peer specialist in collegiate recovery.
45 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Transformative
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HOPE Sheds Light offers a new perspective on addiction.
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Episode Overview
- John's tumultuous childhood and early exposure to substances shaped his journey into addiction.
- Living a life of addiction, including selling drugs, led to a pivotal moment of realization in county jail.
- Embracing the 12-step fellowship and seeking help at a rehab facility marked the beginning of John's remarkable transformation.
- Enrolling at Rutgers University and immersing himself in the collegiate recovery environment became a crucial part of John's ongoing journey.
- Now, John utilizes his personal and professional experiences to guide and uplift others in the recovery community.
I love recovery. I love recovery. I never thought I'd be doing it in a work type of way, but I do feel really fortunate that I have this opportunity.
Ever wondered how someone can turn their life around after years of addiction? Meet John, whose story is a testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit. Growing up in a challenging environment, John was exposed to substances early on, leading him down a dark path of addiction and drug dealing. His life seemed like a never-ending cycle of substance abuse until a pivotal moment in county jail made him reconsider his choices.
This wake-up call led him to seek help at a rehab facility, where he embraced the 12-step fellowship. But John's journey didn't stop there. He decided to further his education at Rutgers University, where he found a supportive community in the collegiate recovery program. This environment not only helped him stay sober but also inspired him to become a peer specialist, guiding others through their own recovery journeys.
Now, John is a beacon of hope in the recovery community, using his experiences to uplift and support others. If you're looking for a story of transformation and hope, this episode is a must-listen.