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Surviving trafficking, sexual exploitation, and drug abuse with January Riggin
Surviving trafficking, sexual exploitation, and drug abuse with January Riggin
Surviving trafficking, sexual exploitation, and drug abuse with January Riggin
Tuesday 28th February 2023
Listen to January Riggin on Project Recovery as she shares her journey from trafficking and addiction to founding Soap2Hope, offering hope and resilience.
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Get the buttons here!From Shadows to Light: January Riggin's Journey of Survival and Hope
I think everything you're doing is wonderful and your story is so heartbreaking, but you say it so matter of fact and so jovial.
Imagine facing unimaginable trauma at a tender age and still finding the strength to rise above it. That's January Riggin's story. In this episode of 'Project Recovery', January sits down with Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley to share her harrowing experiences and incredible resilience. After her parents' divorce, January turned to drugs and alcohol to cope, only to be trafficked by a biker gang at just 13 years old.
Her struggles didn't end there; she found herself in prison at 16 and later faced the heartbreaking loss of her daughter, which plunged her deeper into addiction. But January's story doesn't end in despair. Out of her darkest moments, she founded Soap2Hope, an organization dedicated to helping those who've endured similar traumas. Through candid conversation, January discusses the normalization of addiction, harm reduction strategies, and how writing has been a crucial part of her healing process.
Her matter-of-fact yet inspiring attitude sheds light on the complexities of addiction and the power of hope. This episode is not just about survival; it's about thriving against all odds. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, January's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that covers everything from the harsh realities of trafficking in Utah to the transformative power of community support.