rockandrecovery.com/Akron, OH
rockandrecovery.com/Akron, OH
When The Wheels Come Off
When The Wheels Come Off
When The Wheels Come Off
Monday 6th December 2021
China Darrington recounts her journey from BMX star and sex trafficking survivor to recovery advocate in 'Recovery Talks: The Podcast'.
33 minutes
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Recovery Reimagined
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!China Darrington: From BMX Star to Recovery Advocate
This was not something I needed to fix, because there was nothing wrong with me.
Imagine being a BMX star at just nine years old, only to have your life derailed by unimaginable trauma. In this gripping episode of 'Recovery Talks: The Podcast', host Marc Lee Shannon sits down with China Darrington, whose early life was marked by sex trafficking and addiction. This isn’t your typical recovery story—China's journey is a rollercoaster of highs and lows that will leave you in awe. As a child, China was far from ordinary.
While other kids were playing soccer or video games, she was navigating the complex world of BMX biking and, tragically, sex trafficking. These early experiences set the stage for a tumultuous teenage period filled with confusion and substance abuse. Her story takes us through the dark corridors of heroin and crack cocaine addiction, showing how drugs can hijack a life. China describes how she became 'a machine', losing jobs and homes along the way.
But this episode isn’t just about the struggles; it’s about the resilience that followed. Marc and China discuss the importance of peer support and individualized treatment in recovery. They also delve into the critical connection between physical health and overcoming addiction, with China sharing her battle with endocarditis as a poignant example. One of the most powerful messages in this episode is the impact of sharing one’s story.
China emphasizes how opening up about her experiences has not only helped her heal but has also inspired others to seek help. This episode is a testament to the power of vulnerability and community in the recovery journey. If you’re looking for a story that’s raw, real, and incredibly inspiring, this episode is a must-listen.