Brad McLeod
Brad McLeod
Sonya Johnson struggled with addiction for many years. She lived in a shed and was using daily before getting sober.
Sonya Johnson struggled with addiction for many years. She lived in a shed and was using daily before getting sober.
Sonya Johnson struggled with addiction for many years. She lived in a shed and was using daily before getting sober.
Wednesday 21st December 2022
Hear Sonya Johnson's inspiring journey from addiction and living in a shed to finding sobriety on 'Sober Motivation'.
68 minutes
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Brad McLeod
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Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Sonya Johnson: From a Shed to Sobriety - A Journey of Transformation
Recovery has given us that everything that I have in my life today is a result of recovery.
Imagine being introduced to substances at just 11 years old. For Sonya Johnson, this was her reality. Growing up in a challenging environment, she turned to drugs as a way to numb the emotional pain. Her addiction escalated over the years, leading her down a dark path where she battled to keep custody of her children. Sonya's story, shared on the 'Sober Motivation' podcast, is one of resilience and hope.
By July 1, 2019, Sonya found herself living in a shed, her life spiraling out of control. That day, a police officer arrived not as a savior but to serve a warrant for her arrest. This moment, though far from a fairy tale, marked the beginning of her journey to recovery. Sonya decided it was time to detox and start anew, with the help of a friend who was also struggling. Her road to sobriety wasn't smooth.
She faced the daunting task of being honest in court, which is not always straightforward and can sometimes backfire. Yet, Sonya's determination to turn her life around kept her going. Today, she works at a non-profit that supports parents who've lost custody of their children, using her experience to help others. Recovery also brought significant changes to her relationships. Rebuilding trust with her kids took time, but now she enjoys a healthy relationship with them.
Sonya's story highlights the importance of support systems in recovery. Whether it's friends, family, or recovery groups, having people who believe in you can make all the difference. Sonya's journey from addiction to sobriety is a powerful testament to human resilience. If you're struggling with addiction or know someone who is, her story is a beacon of hope that recovery is possible.
Tune into 'Sober Motivation' to hear Sonya's inspiring tale and find the motivation you need on your own path to sobriety.