Omar Pinto
Omar Pinto
SP 244: Addiction Took My Husband, Recovery Saved My Life with Stephanie Pollak
SP 244: Addiction Took My Husband, Recovery Saved My Life with Stephanie Pollak
SP 244: Addiction Took My Husband, Recovery Saved My Life with Stephanie Pollak
Tuesday 15th October 2019
Join Stephanie Pollak on The SHAIR Recovery Podcast as she shares her journey from losing her husband to addiction to finding healing through recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Stephanie Pollak: From Heartbreak to Healing Through Recovery
I could either be angry at the addict for what they did to me, or I can be at peace that they're not suffering anymore.
Stephanie Pollak's life took a dramatic turn when her husband fell into the grip of opioid addiction. She spent years trying to save him, only to face the ultimate heartbreak of losing him to his addiction. In this moving episode of The SHAIR Recovery Podcast, Stephanie sits down with host Omar Pinto to share her deeply personal journey of grief, loss, and eventual healing through recovery.
Stephanie opens up about the emotional rollercoaster she endured while trying to help her husband. She talks candidly about the toll addiction takes on relationships and the often-overlooked importance of self-care for those supporting a loved one through their struggles. As she navigated her own path to recovery, Stephanie discovered that she needed to prioritize her own well-being to truly heal. Throughout the episode, Stephanie reflects on the lessons she's learned along the way.
She emphasizes the power of community and support, the necessity of dealing with grief head-on, and the role spirituality can play in the recovery process. Her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of choosing oneself.
One of the most poignant moments comes when Stephanie shares a quote that encapsulates her journey: 'I could either be angry at the addict for what they did to me, or I can be at peace that they're not suffering anymore'. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is, offering a beacon of hope and a roadmap to healing.
Tune in to hear Stephanie's inspiring story and discover how recovery can bring peace and new beginnings even after the deepest losses.