Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
The Moment Everything Changed: Edgar's Story of Asking for Help
The Moment Everything Changed: Edgar's Story of Asking for Help
The Moment Everything Changed: Edgar's Story of Asking for Help
Wednesday 17th November 2021
Hear Edgar's powerful journey from addiction to recovery in this episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery' with William C. Moyers.
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Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
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There's always going to be help out there, and it's up for you to take that step.
Picture this: It's 5 a.m., and Edgar is sitting at the family dinner table, feeling sick and sleepless, withdrawing from drugs. His father is getting ready for work, unaware of Edgar's hidden struggle with addiction. In a moment of raw vulnerability, Edgar decides to ask for help, setting off a chain reaction that would change his life forever. In this episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery', host William C.
Moyers chats with Edgar about that pivotal moment and the transformative power of seeking help. Edgar opens up about his descent into addiction, which began innocently enough in seventh grade with smoking pot and escalated through high school and beyond with ecstasy, psychedelics, painkillers, and stimulants. He shares the weight of keeping his addiction a secret from his parents and the immense relief that came with finally coming clean.
Edgar's story takes us through his journey to the Hazelden Betty Ford Center, where he arrived in full-blown withdrawal. He describes those initial hazy days and the unexpected motivation he found to get clean. The biggest surprise for Edgar was accepting that he genuinely wanted to change, a realization that lightened his spirit and improved his ability to communicate with others. Now, Edgar navigates life with a positive outlook, carefully removing toxic influences and surrounding himself with supportive people.
His message is clear: If you're struggling with addiction, don't hesitate to seek help. Edgar's journey is a testament to the power of asking for help and the profound changes that can follow. Tune in to hear Edgar's inspiring story and discover how one act of courage can lead to a brighter future.