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Recovery Matters! PodcastAuthor: Connecticut Community For Addiction Recovery (CCAR)
A podcast from one of the nation's original Recovery Community Organizations - CCAR. CCAR envisions a world where the power, hope, and healing of Recovery from addiction is thoroughly understood and embraced. We invite guests from all areas of the Recovery Movement to explore the concept of recovery with us, share their stories, and have real discussions that move us toward that world which we envision. Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Education, Health & Fitness, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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He Thought He’d Die in Addiction. Now He’s Helping Others Live..
Episode 177
Tuesday, 6 May, 2025
Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 177 | Eric shares his incredible transformation—from growing up surrounded by chaos, falling into addiction, and navigating incarceration, to building a life centered on recovery, family, and purpose. With brutal honesty and heartfelt insight, Eric reflects on the trauma he carried, the choices he made to survive, and the life-changing moment he finally surrendered.Through his journey, Eric found not only freedom from substances but also the strength to heal, reconnect with his children, and become a guiding light for others walking the recovery path. If you've ever doubted whether change is possible, Eric’s story will remind you that redemption is always within reach.💬 Topics covered:00:00 – Introduction01:15 – Growing up in chaos and early trauma06:30 – Life in the streets and surviving addiction13:50 – What it took to finally surrender19:20 – The turning point: jail and a higher calling26:10 – Recovery, family, and becoming a father33:00 – Giving back and finding purpose through service38:45 – Final reflections and message to those still struggling🔥 Key takeaway: “I didn’t think there was a way out—but recovery showed me there was.”🎧 Like what you hear? Subscribe for more real recovery stories that inspire hope and healing. ----Across the Web----🌎 CCAR Website https://www.ccar.us✉️ Donate: https://ccar.us/donate/🎙Recovery Matters Podcast (Apple Music): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...🎙Recovery Matters Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/1wGUMMO...🗣Recovery Matters Podcast TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoverymatterspodcast?🗣Recovery Matters Podcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/recoverymatterspodcast/🗣CCAR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CCAR4Recovery📸CCAR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccar4recovery🐦CCAR Twitter: https://twitter.com/ccar4recovery
