Carmen shares her extraordinary journey from a challenging upbringing in Puerto Rico to becoming a beacon of hope and advocate for recovery in Connecticut. Carmen candidly discusses her experiences with familial instability, addiction, homelessness, and domestic abuse, all of which ultimately led her to find strength, faith, and a new purpose in life. Now a celebrated Recovery Coach, Carmen highlights the power of community support, the importance of self-love, and the impact of helping others through their struggles. 
 

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

06:39 Carmen's Early Life in Puerto Rico

07:47 Challenges and Struggles in Puerto Rico

14:13 Moving to the United States

15:53 Life in New York and Connecticut

21:51 Turning Point and Recovery

27:09 Returning to Education and Career Transition

28:05 Discovering the Recovery Coach Academy

29:13 Volunteering and Meeting Phil

29:35 Experiencing the Recovery Coach Academy

31:12 Working in the Emergency Department

33:15 Personal Reflections and Family

39:47 Gratitude and Spirituality in Recovery

43:54 Navigating Life in Recovery

50:42 Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations

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