Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Tracy Lynn - Former Opioid Addict - Mom and Podcaster
Tracy Lynn - Former Opioid Addict - Mom and Podcaster
Tracy Lynn - Former Opioid Addict - Mom and Podcaster
Thursday 9th December 2021
Hear Tracy Lynn's powerful story of overcoming opioid addiction and breaking the stigma on 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return'.
35 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
Thought-provoking
About this podcast
Author:
Joanie Sigal
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Tracy Lynn: Battling Opioid Addiction and Shattering Stigmas
My body and mind were addicted, but I'm not an addict, and so I didn't care until they, until it ran out.
Tracy Lynn's story is a raw and compelling account of a single mom's struggle with opioid addiction. Living in Connecticut, Tracy found herself prescribed opioids after a car accident in 2000. What began as a trusted medical treatment spiraled into a 20-year dependency that she couldn't shake, despite her best efforts. As a single mother, the shame and guilt of her addiction made it even harder to seek help.
The turning point came in late 2017 when she was hospitalized with a bowel obstruction, a direct result of her long-term opioid use. The surgeon's warning was clear: she needed to get off the medication if she wanted to heal and live a healthy life. Tracy embarked on her detox journey on January 1, 2018, fully aware of the brutal battle ahead. Each day brought new challenges, but Tracy's resilience and determination shone through.
Her story is not just about the physical and emotional toll of addiction but also about breaking the stigma that surrounds it. Tracy emphasizes that addiction can happen to anyone, and her mission is to educate others about the dangers of opioids and the importance of seeking help without shame. Her journey is a testament to the power of awareness and the need for open conversations about addiction and recovery.
Tune in to hear Tracy's inspiring story, one that offers hope and insight for anyone affected by the opioid epidemic.