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Addict II Athlete Podcast

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  • Through The Eyes of My Clean Self; With V Ginny Burton

Through The Eyes of My Clean Self; With V Ginny Burton

Monday 1st May 2023

Listen to V Ginny Burton's incredible transformation from addiction and incarceration to becoming an advocate for change on the Addict II Athlete Podcast.
Explicit
55 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Transformative
Supportive

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Addict II Athlete Podcast
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Body & Mind
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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From Rock Bottom to Role Model: V Ginny Burton's Journey

Episode Overview

  • V Ginny Burton's incredible journey from addiction and incarceration to becoming a beacon of inspiration and service to others
  • The power of surrendering to destructive patterns and experiencing personal growth
  • Ginny's advocacy for reforming policies and supporting individuals beyond the need for conventional services
  • The transformative impact of Ginny's experiences on her commitment to serving others and fostering resilience
  • Exploring the role of trust and self-discovery in Ginny's journey towards empowerment and personal growth
I made the decision to surrender to the destructive things in my life, my life started to blossom.
Picture this: a young girl introduced to drugs by her own mother at just 7 years old. Fast forward to multiple felony convictions and prison stints, it seems like a story destined for a tragic end. But not for V Ginny Burton. In this episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, Coach Blue Robinson sits down with Ginny, whose life story is nothing short of miraculous.
She’s gone from the depths of addiction and incarceration to becoming a college graduate, a national spokesperson, and an advocate for prison and policy reform. Ginny’s tale is one of grit and redemption, showing that no matter how dark your past, you can rewrite your future. Her transformation is captured in a viral photo contrasting her days of addiction with her graduation day, proving she can indeed do hard things.
Through education, perseverance, and athletics, Ginny has not only turned her life around but is also sparking change on a larger scale. This episode is a raw and honest conversation that dives deep into the lessons she learned and the strength she found to build a better life. Whether you’re struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is, Ginny’s story offers a powerful message of hope and resilience.