Keywords

recovery, addiction, support systems, prison, personal growth, mental health, overcoming adversity, stigma, counseling, rehabilitation

In this episode, Amanda interviews LaTasha Cue, a recovery coach who shares her personal story of Darkness to Destiny. LaTasha spends her time advocating for those who are not yet willing to advocate for themselves, coaching clients and breaking the stigma around addiction. LaTasha is vulnerable in the most beautiful & healing way possible and a powerful leader in our community. She emphasizes the need for compassion, hope and understanding in the rehabilitation process and offers advice for those struggling with addiction. LaTasha has a heart of gold and a brilliant mind. She has a masters degree in mental health and after sitting for her upcoming exam, will be a licensed addiction counselor.

Takeaways

• LaTasha emphasizes the importance of support systems for individuals released from prison.
• She shares her traumatic experiences in prison and the lasting impact on her mental health.
• LaTasha highlights the stigma faced by those with felony records and the need for societal change.
• She discusses her journey of personal growth and education after prison.
• LaTasha's determination to prove doubters wrong fuels her passion for helping others.
• She encourages individuals struggling with addiction to focus on one day at a time.
• LaTasha believes that many return to prison due to lack of support and opportunities.
• She stresses the importance of compassion in the rehabilitation process.
• LaTasha aims to become a certified substance abuse counselor to help others.
• She shares her vision for a future where stigma is reduced and support is increased.

titles

• From Prison to Purpose: LaTasha's Journey
• Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Addiction and Stigma

Sound Bites

• "I would never come back."
• "It's not, it's actually making it worse."
• "I got my license, yes, I got my license."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Personal Background

02:43
Journey Through Addiction and Recovery

05:32
Life After Prison: Challenges and Triumphs

07:56
The Importance of Support Systems

10:44
Overcoming Stigmas and Building a Future

13:33
Advice for Those Struggling with Addiction

18:17
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18:28
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