Everyone is Addicted

Joyce and her husband owned a record store and head shop. She was also in a band that opened for to go-go's and meatloaf. So naturally she was around booze and pot all the time. So she would drink and smoke whenever she wanted and it never seemed like an issue She would get black out drunk regularly but know one noticed her slipping down hill. Eventually she wanted to have an open marriage, which her husband agreed to. She fell in love and had her lover, who was an alcoholic into her home with her daughters, husband and dogs. She admits this was not they way she was raised or the values she was taught. The situation was chaotic to say the least because Joyce was always trying to keep her lovers drinking to a minimum. Then she started going to Al-Anon, which was a blessing. After awhile she realized she had a problem herself and started going to AA as well. Now she is almost 35 years sober, that's right 35 years! Tune in and her more about Joyce's journey. Remember this is a safe space for my guests to share their stories, no judgment or negativity. Just understanding.

Resources: www.aa.com www.al-anon.com

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Fred was on the brink of becoming an MMA fighter. He had an injury resulting in a large prescription of opiates. After that he became addicted and subsequently ended up doing whatever he could to feed his habit. His addiction led him to an 8 year prison sentence, where he got sober. While in prison to help keep himself sober he wrote a memoir, in hopes of helping others not go down the same path and to show those struggling that there is hope. You can find Fred's Novel by clicking the link below https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DYCDBK9V?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520&fbclid=IwY2xjawJKMUdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZBNgSrsDynRIweKP2W_7lWuk8g4omKgSgJCXZdfphsdItxZ4FrKn1jpoQ_aem_QXTSwR1hB_94j7Dzaadovw

Jocelyn's Mom has always been an addict. Jocelyn tried very hard to not end up that way, and succeeded. She feels like her Moms care giver and needs to be close to her. She has sought help which helps her underatnd her Mom. She lives with her and her family. Her Mom tries really hard to stay sober but struggles. Besides her Mothers problems they are best friends and she wouldn't trade that for the world.

Brittant's brother had been and addict for as long as she can remeber. She shares how it affects her family dynamic. She also shares how hard it is to always worry when the phone rings. Her raw emotion in her story, shows how much addiction affects everyone in the family.

Kat grew up in a small town where addiction was not talked about and hidden behind closed doors. After her Mother tragically passed from drinking and driving when she was 18 she realized that there was secret generational addiction on her maternal side. She never really thpught of herself as an addict herself because she did not drink everyday nor did it affect her life negatively. During the Pandemic she had someone threaten to leave her if she did not quit drinking. At first she got sober for someone else but now its for her. She is almost 3 years sober and has broken the generational cycle. She is a very strong and inspirational women.

My guest is annonymous due to the nature of our converstaion. He is still in active addiction, after years of trying different ways of finding sobriety. He shares his trauma and ups and downs. We both talk very candidly about our addictions and what it was like. He plans on going to rehab and I wish him the best on his new journey.

Prune grew up with a mother in active addiction. Her childhood was a struggle but she never gave up on her Mom. Everyone else turned their backs on her Mom she got closer, trying to always make sure she wass okay. She is the most caring and empathetic person I have ever met. Her story is a true story of love. Her story is powerful and needs to be heard.

Kyle had an knee injury and was prescribed opiates. The doctors never educated him about how addictive the medication is and never helped him taper off. So eventually when the doctors ended his prescription he became so sick with withdrawals he turned to the streets to find the medication. He eventually after 8 years of heavy usage had a heart attack, which led him to sobriety.

Resources- RAAM clinic in Brantford

Rob was bullied and felt alone until a "friend" came along and eventually offered him weed. He used it because he did not want to go back to being lonely. He then fell into the crowd that liked to party. At first everything was good, he had gotten what he had been dreaming of friends and parties. Then addiction reared its ugly head, and he tells his story of how he found sobriety.

Resources- Teen Challenge is a year long program that is actually for adults. It is only 1100 for the whole year and they help if you still need assistance with payment.

1. Brittany loved someone in active addiction. Met him an the young age of 16, they hit it off right away and were together for years. They had their first child and split after a few years. After a few years they just could not be apart and got back together and had another child. She thought they were a happy family until her world cam crashing down.