Recovery Centers of America
Recovery Centers of America
The Courage to Change with Allison
The Courage to Change with Allison
The Courage to Change with Allison
Friday 8th December 2023
Tune into Allison's inspiring story on 'Strength in Recovery' as she shares her journey from trauma to triumph and the power of seeking help.
34 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Supportive
Transformative
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Recovery Centers of America
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Allison's journey from first responder to alcohol dependency and the wake-up call from her children
- Her transformative experience in rehab, detox, and embracing recovery programs
- Retiring from her previous role and finding fulfilment in a new job
- The power of seeking help, embracing change, and finding purpose in service and community
- The importance of community support and the impact of trauma on first responders
Nothing changes if nothing changes. I've learned that you have to change to change things. - Allison
Imagine dedicating 27 years of your life to a high-stress job, only to find yourself battling the very demons you tried to keep at bay. That's Allison's story. In this episode of 'Strength in Recovery', Allison, an alum of Bracebridge Hall, sits down with host Jaye Rodenbush to share her powerful journey from being a first responder in animal control to overcoming alcohol dependency.
The constant trauma and stress from her job eventually led her down a dark path, but a wake-up call from her children pushed her to seek help. Allison opens up about the detox process, the recovery programs that guided her, and the life-changing decision to leave her stressful job behind. She talks about the stigma surrounding substance use disorder and the courage it takes to make significant changes for the sake of happiness and health.
Now, she’s found fulfillment in a new role, proving that it's never too late to turn your life around. This episode is a heartfelt conversation about resilience, the importance of seeking support, and the transformative power of change. Perfect for anyone touched by addiction or looking for inspiration to make a positive shift in their own life.