Josh & Drew
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the wound is the gift | Shauna’s Story
the wound is the gift | Shauna’s Story
the wound is the gift | Shauna’s Story
Monday 2nd November 2020
Shauna Wade discusses her path from opioid addiction to recovery, focusing on community support and alternative therapies in 'Unashamed Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Shauna Wade's Road to Recovery: Finding Hope After Opioid Addiction
The point was that it all had to take place to get you where you needed to be.
Imagine a regular day turning into a life-altering journey. That's what happened to Shauna Wade, who went from being a typical soccer mom to facing the harsh realities of opioid addiction. In this episode of 'Unashamed Recovery', hosts Josh and Drew sit down with Shauna to unravel her compelling story. After a car accident, Shauna was prescribed opioids for legitimate pain management.
However, what started as medical treatment soon spiraled into a dangerous addiction, pulling her deeper into the opioid crisis that gripped post-Katrina Mississippi. Picture this: DEA agents surrounding her car, a moment that marked the lowest point in her life. But Shauna’s story doesn’t end there. Instead, it takes a turn towards redemption and recovery. She talks about how she found healing through unconventional therapies like energy healing and reiki, and more importantly, through the unwavering support of her community.
This episode isn't just about Shauna's battle with addiction; it's about her journey towards self-forgiveness and rebuilding relationships that were once shattered. Her candid reflections on the opioid epidemic shed light on the broader issue of pain management and addiction. What makes Shauna's story truly inspiring is her emphasis on the power of community.
She speaks about 'earth angels'—people who supported her when she needed it most—and the lifers in the prison system who take care of young women in need. Through her narrative, Shauna reminds us that we are not alone in our struggles and that sharing our stories can pave the way for collective healing. Tune in to hear Shauna's journey from despair to hope, and how she now uses her experiences to help others find their own paths to recovery.