Andy T
Andy T
Sadie
Sadie
Sadie
Thursday 3rd September 2020
Listen to Sadie's journey from addiction to recovery on Recovery Friends. Discover how connection can be a powerful tool in overcoming addiction.
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84 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
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Authentic
About this podcast
Author:
Andy T
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episodes:
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Get the buttons here!Sadie's Path: From Darkness to Light on Recovery Friends
The opposite of addiction isn't sobriety necessarily, it's connection.
Sadie's tale on the Recovery Friends podcast is nothing short of inspiring. Raised in Louisiana, Sadie faced a tumultuous early life filled with disconnection and pain. Despite her struggles, she found solace in music and her beloved cat, which provided a rare sense of purpose and belonging. However, as she grew older, addiction began to overshadow her life. Drugs and alcohol became her way of coping with loneliness and anxiety, leading her into a downward spiral of self-destruction.
But Sadie's story is not one of defeat. With the support of treatment programs and her community, she managed to turn her life around. In this episode, she emphasizes that the real antidote to addiction is connection—whether it's with oneself, others, or a higher power. Sadie’s journey is a testament to the power of human connection in overcoming addiction. Her experiences highlight the crucial role of treatment programs in providing the tools and resources needed for recovery.
These programs also offer a sense of community and support that is vital for staying on track. One of the most touching aspects of Sadie's story is how addiction impacted her relationships. She candidly discusses the guilt, shame, and disconnection that addiction brought into her life. Yet, through hard work and dedication, she managed to repair those strained relationships, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit. Setting boundaries was another challenge Sadie faced in her recovery.
Learning to establish healthy boundaries was essential for maintaining her sobriety but was often difficult, especially in her personal relationships. Through trial and error, she discovered how to set boundaries that helped her stay committed to her recovery journey. Spirituality also played a significant role in Sadie's recovery. By connecting with a higher power, she found meaning and purpose in life, which gave her the strength to overcome addiction.
Her story serves as a powerful reminder that recovery is possible with hope, resilience, and community support. Tune in to hear Sadie's story on Recovery Friends and find inspiration in her journey from addiction to recovery.