Strength In Time
Strength In Time
Redeem Yourself Podcast - Episode 47 -The Journey to Recovery: Overcoming Addiction and Finding Purpose
Redeem Yourself Podcast - Episode 47 -The Journey to Recovery: Overcoming Addiction and Finding Purpose
Redeem Yourself Podcast - Episode 47 -The Journey to Recovery: Overcoming Addiction and Finding Purpose
Thursday 24th August 2023
Join Heba and Heather on 'Redeem Yourself' as they share their inspiring journeys of overcoming opioid addiction and finding new purpose in life.
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72 minutes
Inspiring
Raw
Hopeful
Cathartic
Empowering
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- The episode features Heba, a recovering addict, sharing her journey of overcoming opioid addiction
- Heather discusses finding purpose after addiction, offering insights and experiences
- The host, Jarrod, opens up about his personal struggles and recent challenges, providing a candid reflection
- The episode covers themes such as addiction, recovery, family dynamics, religion, and the impact of substance abuse
- The conversation emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, acknowledging rock bottom, and surrounding oneself with positive influences for sustainable recovery
I'm on my way to sobriety so, but they had horse therapy and they did a lot of walks in the San Fernando Valley and like just in the mountains because Mal and just in the mountains. Palm Springs. There's something cleansing. I mean, see me with my crystals. Oh, shit. That's my language.
What happens when you hit rock bottom and decide to climb back up? In this gripping episode of the 'Redeem Yourself' podcast, host Jarrod invites Heba and Heather to share their deeply personal stories of battling opioid addiction and finding new purpose in life. Heba, who has been clean for almost six years, recounts her harrowing journey from initial opioid use to full-blown addiction, and the immense challenges she faced along the way.
Heather joins the conversation, opening up about the toll her addiction took on her relationships and well-being, as well as her experiences with Suboxone and the cycle of dependence it created. The episode also touches on Heather's friendship with Megan and the tragic events that unfolded, adding another layer of emotional depth. Through their candid discussions, the guests emphasize the importance of recognizing addiction's signs, setting firm boundaries, and surrounding oneself with positive influences.
Jarrod adds his own reflections, including the recent loss of his grandmother, to highlight the ongoing struggles and victories in recovery. This episode is a raw and honest exploration of the highs and lows of overcoming addiction, offering hope and inspiration to anyone on a similar path.