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Rising from Relapse: Brandi's Tale of Fearless Recovery and Freedom

Brandi returns to From Darkness To Life. Since we last spoke to her (in Season 4), she has relapsed and since found herself again.

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From Darkness to Life contains the real stories of courageous individuals who have found their way out of the darkness caused by mental health challenges and substance abuse. If these episodes resonate with you and you yourself or someone you love needs help, please reach out.

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December 11, 2025

Rising from Relapse: Brandi's Tale of Fearless Recovery and Freedom

Brandi returns to From Darkness To Life. Since we last spoke to her (in Season 4), she has relapsed and since found herself again.
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November 14, 2025

From Rock Bottom to Rocket Fuel: Kori Leigh's Story of Recovery and Triumph

In this episode of 'From Darkness to Life,' guest Kori Lee turns rock bottom into rocket fuel as she shares her inspirational story of overcoming addiction and rebuilding her life.
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Ryder and Tanya - Parenting through Fear

This weeks episode is uncharted water for the "From Darkness to Life" podcast as Damyan sits down with 15 year old Ryder and his mom Tanya to discuss the dynamic relationship between a mom and son.
December 2, 2021
Season 2
Episode
9

Straight Outta Big Book

As National Addictions Awareness Week wraps up today, OCJ releases the 3rd installment in this Recovery Series. We are joined today by two solid members of the 12 Step community.
November 27, 2021
Season 2
Episode
8

Recovery in the Deep South

National Addictions Awareness Week continues and this week Josh joins us this week from Hattiesburg, Mississippi to share his amazing story of RECOVERY.
November 25, 2021
Season 2
Episode
7

Uncle Baby Billy Battles the Bottle

As part of National Addictions Awareness Week, OCJ has put together a 3 Part Recovery Series.
November 23, 2021
Season 2
Episode
6

National Addictions Awareness Week (Nov 21 - 27)

National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW) provides an opportunity for people in Canada to learn more about prevention, to talk about treatment and recovery, and to bring forward solutions for change.
November 21, 2021
Season 2
Episode
5

Acknowledging Self Worth and the Power of the Human Spirit

Three open, honest, courageous women joined us for this episode of "From Darkness to Life."
November 18, 2021
Season 2
Episode
4

Surviving on my Own Terms - Amber's Story

OCJ's newest team member talks about her story, her struggles, and how she overcame her addiction without the help of 12-step programs.
November 12, 2021
Season 2
Episode
3

Welcome Back to OCJ - part 2

Amber and Derrick join Our Collective Journey and discuss how hearing others' experiences of resiliency, inspired them to take action and use their stories to help those who may be struggling.
November 4, 2021
Season 2
Episode
2

Welcome Back to OCJ - part 1

Rick, Ryan and Damyan are back for season two of the OCJ podcast series From Darkness to Life. The Team discuss the first year of existence and the direction that OCJ is going in year two.
November 4, 2021
Season 2
Episode
1

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