Breaking Free: Hannah's Journey from Addiction to Hope

In this emotional and candid episode of 'From Darkness to Life,' Hannah, the newest member and recovery coach of Our Collective Journey (OCJ), shares her deeply personal story of battling addiction. Starting with her introduction to alcohol at the age of 12, Hannah recounts her turbulent journey through substance abuse, multiple DUIs, and her turning point moments that led her to seek help. Hannah discusses her experiences with treatment, the importance of community support, and how her past struggles have fueled her passion for helping others as a recovery coach. For more episodes, visit https://ourcollectivejourney.ca/podcast. If you or a loved one need help, please reach out at ourcollectivejourney.ca or on Facebook at Our Collective Journey.

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• 00:00 A Relapse and a Moment of Realization
• 00:54 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
• 01:33 Becoming a Recovery Coach
• 04:07 Hannah's Early Struggles with Addiction
• 04:45 High School Years and Substance Abuse
• 05:13 Transition to Hard Drugs
• 16:04 First DUI and Legal Consequences
• 25:24 Family Support and Financial Struggles
• 28:21 Continued Substance Abuse and Attempts to Help a Friend
• 30:06 Reflecting on a Pivotal Concert Experience
• 31:20 The Struggle with Alcohol and Interlock Device
• 32:15 A Moment of Clarity and Seeking Help
• 33:08 The Journey to Sobriety and Relapse
• 36:43 Entering Treatment and Facing Fears
• 39:22 Life After Treatment and Building a Support Network
• 47:15 Becoming a Recovery Coach and Helping Others
• 54:32 Moving Forward and Embracing Change
• 57:05 The Importance of Community in Recovery
• 58:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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