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S6E8 From Homelessness & Addiction to Becoming a Social Worker!
S6E8 From Homelessness & Addiction to Becoming a Social Worker!
S6E8 From Homelessness & Addiction to Becoming a Social Worker!
Wednesday 23rd October 2024
Serenity Cates shares her journey from homelessness and addiction to becoming a social worker, offering hope and insights into the recovery process.
30 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Compassionate
Informative
Supportive
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Recovery is a unique and personal journey.
- Acts of kindness can be pivotal in someone's recovery.
- Trauma often underlies substance use.
- Peer support is crucial for long-term recovery.
- Stigma around addiction needs to be addressed.
He believed in me when I didn't believe in myself.
Serenity Cates' story is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode of the Red Roof Recovery Show, Serenity takes us through her harrowing journey from homelessness and addiction to becoming a dedicated social worker. Host Tanya McIntyre and Serenity discuss the challenges and triumphs that come with recovery, touching on topics like childhood trauma, substance use, and the stigma surrounding addiction.
Serenity's candid recounting of her life, starting from being abandoned at ten years old to finding solace in substance use, is both heart-wrenching and hopeful. She shares how a simple act of kindness—a man treating her with compassion—became a turning point in her life, leading her to believe in herself again. The conversation also highlights the importance of peer support and understanding the individual nature of recovery.
Tanya and Serenity explore the impact of societal issues like poverty and lack of affordable housing on addiction rates, especially post-pandemic. They delve into the complexities of mental health and addiction, discussing how trauma often underlies substance use. This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible and that everyone has a unique story worth telling. Tune in to hear Serenity's incredible journey and gain insights into the multifaceted world of addiction recovery.