Susan Baldrige and Zerubabbel Asfaw
Susan.baldrige@lanchc.org (Jay Ivery, Susan Baldrige and Zerubabbel Asfaw)
The Lone Solution
The Lone Solution
The Lone Solution
Thursday 31st October 2019
Hear Jay Ivery's inspiring story of overcoming addiction through community support and faith in this episode of 'Jonesing'.
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22 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
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Encouraging
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Susan Baldrige and Zerubabbel Asfaw
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!From Darkness to Light: Jay Ivery's Road to Recovery
I was meant to be a no-good junkie for the rest of my life, because that's how my family was. And I did everything that people in recovery told me to do and I stayed clean One Day at a time.
What happens when life deals you a rough hand? For Jay Ivery, the answer was addiction. In this heartfelt episode of 'Jonesing', Jay opens up about his journey from the depths of drug dependency to the heights of recovery. Jay’s childhood was marred by sexual, mental, and emotional abuse, setting the stage for a battle with addiction that saw him spiral into homelessness. But this isn’t just a story of despair; it’s one of hope and resilience.
Jay credits his recovery to a supportive community and his faith in God. He highlights the importance of surrounding yourself with people who don’t use drugs and finding strength in a higher power. Jay also discusses the role of medication-assisted treatment and the various paths to sobriety, showing that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to overcoming addiction. Whether you’re struggling yourself or supporting someone who is, Jay’s story offers a beacon of hope and practical advice.
Tune in to hear how he broke free from the vicious cycle of addiction and rebuilt his life.