In this deeply personal solo episode, David shares his raw and honest journey through addiction, relapse, and recovery. He opens up about the struggles he faced—from battling substance use at a young age to the overwhelming weight of depression that followed him throughout his journey. David doesn’t shy away from the hard moments—losing everything, navigating food addiction, and undergoing gastric bypass surgery—yet through it all, he found hope.

He talks about the power of 12-step fellowships, the importance of a strong support network, and how seeking professional help, including medication, played a key role in his healing. Mental illness is a battle that so many face, and David reminds us that no one has to go through it alone. Recovery is possible. Healing is possible. And no matter how dark it gets, there is always hope.

Tune in for an inspiring and unfiltered conversation about resilience, mental health, and the journey to a better life.

In this powerful episode of Inspiring Stories of Recovery, host David Sichel sits down with Jimmy, the Alumni Coordinator at Discovery Institute, to share his journey of addiction, struggle, and ultimate redemption.

Jimmy opens up about his childhood, growing up surrounded by addiction, and how early exposure to drugs and alcohol shaped his life. From experimenting with alcohol in fifth grade to becoming a full-blown heroin addict, Jimmy takes us through the painful reality of his addiction—selling drugs, multiple arrests, overdoses, and years of rehab attempts.

Despite hitting rock bottom countless times, Jimmy's story is one of perseverance. After 27 overdoses, several near-fatal car crashes, and losing all hope, something finally clicked. Through the support of Discovery Institute and the recovery community, he embraced change, stayed the course, and rebuilt his life. Now, as an advocate for those in recovery, Jimmy dedicates himself to helping others find their own path to sobriety.

His raw and honest story is a testament to the power of resilience, the importance of connection, and the fact that no matter how many times you fall, you can always rise again.

🚨 Need help? Support is available 24/7:
📍 Discovery Institute – Call 844-471-3870 or visit discoverynj.org/admissions
🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447201/episodes/16649622
📞 AA Online Meetings: aa-intergroup.org/meetings/
📞 NA Online Meetings: virtual-na.org/
📞 Crisis Support (988 Lifeline): 988lifeline.org

🔹 Listen now and be inspired!
🔹 For more resources or to connect with Jimmy, check the contact details above.

In this powerful episode of Inspiring Stories of Recovery, host David sits down with Rachel to share her incredible journey through addiction, recovery, and transformation. Rachel opens up about her struggles with substance use, the impact on her family, and the challenges of rebuilding her life as a mother.

From battling addiction in the 90s to becoming the founder of Another Day Clean, a recovery housing program with 29 homes, Rachel's story is one of resilience and hope. She discusses the importance of community support, the challenges of motherhood during addiction, and her commitment to helping others through her work in recovery houses.

If you or someone you know needs support, reach out to Rachel at (484) 369-3539 to learn more about Another Day Clean.

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💙 If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available:

🔹 Another Day Clean – anotherdayclean.com | 📞 (484) 369-3539
🔹 Victory Park Recovery Center – victoryparkrecovery.com | 📞 (484) 984-3401
🔹 AA Online Meetings: aa-intergroup.org/meetings/
🔹 NA Online Meetings: virtual-na.org/
🔹 Crisis Support (988 Lifeline): 988lifeline.org

Krista's story is one of survival, resilience, and faith. She grew up in a loving family, but addiction took hold in her teenage years, leading her down a path of arrests, violence, and self-destruction. It wasn’t until she woke up in jail, covered in blood, facing 20 years in prison, that she realized she had hit rock bottom.

With nowhere else to turn, she found hope in a fellow inmate who introduced her to recovery. From there, Krista embarked on a long, painful, and ultimately redemptive journey. But sobriety didn’t come without its challenges—especially when she faced the devastating loss of the man she loved. Two years into her recovery, her fiancé, Brian, tragically passed away after a work accident. Holding his hand in the hospital, she had to find the strength to keep going without turning back to alcohol.

Now, 10 years sober, Krista shares how she navigated grief, relationships, and relapse in her loved ones, including her husband’s own battles with addiction. She talks about the power of faith-based recovery, her involvement in Celebrate Recovery and Recovery Alive, and how she’s using social media to connect with thousands who are still struggling.

Krista’s journey is proof that no matter how far you’ve fallen, there’s always a way back. If you or someone you love is battling addiction, this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and be inspired.

💙 If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available:
🔹 AA Online Meetings: https://aa-intergroup.org/meetings/
🔹 NA Online Meetings: https://virtual-na.org/
🔹 Crisis Support (988 Lifeline): https://988lifeline.org/
🔹 Recovery Alive (Faith-Based Recovery): https://RecoveryAlive.com

🎧 Listen to the Full Episode Here:
👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447201/episodes/16692091

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In this episode of Inspiring Stories of Recovery, host David S sits down with Nick Boatman, the President of Discovery Institute, to discuss his remarkable journey from addiction to leadership in the recovery industry. Nick opens up about his early struggles with substance use, the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, and his transformation into a leader in addiction treatment.

From childhood experiences in a small town in Illinois to overcoming severe opioid addiction, Nick shares the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and how he now dedicates his life to helping others find recovery. He also dives into the innovative work being done at Discovery Institute and his latest venture, Poplar Wellness, which integrates cutting-edge technology into behavioral health treatment.

This powerful and inspiring conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking hope, whether they are in recovery, supporting a loved one, or working in the addiction treatment field.

Tune in now and subscribe to Inspiring Stories of Recovery on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major platforms. If you or someone you love needs help, Discovery Institute is here to provide support and guidance.

If you or a loved one needs treatment reach out to Discovery Institute 

24 hours a day 7 days a week @ 844 795 5384 or visit 

https://www.discoverynj.org/admissions/ 

www.PoplarWellnessGroup.com

(888)-8-POPLAR

Episode 3: Sonia's Story – Rising from the Ashes

In this deeply moving episode of Inspiring Stories of Recovery, we sit down with Sonia, a woman whose journey through addiction, loss, and redemption will leave you speechless. Sonia opens up about the darkest moments of her past—the struggles that once felt impossible to overcome—and the pivotal turning points that led her to reclaim her life.

Through raw honesty and heartfelt reflection, she shares the battles she fought, the strength she found in unexpected places, and the unwavering hope that carried her forward. From rock bottom to a life filled with purpose, her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

Whether you're on your own recovery journey, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking inspiration, Sonia’s story is a reminder that no matter how far you’ve fallen, there is always a way back to the light.

🌟 Listen now and let her journey inspire you! Available on Buzzsprout, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

🎧 #Recovery #Hope #Sobriety #Transformation #Podcast #Healing

You can reach Sonia @

www.mdm-therapy.com

Also if you are struggling  with addiction here are a few resources 

AA Online

https://aa-intergroup.org/meetings/

NA Online 

https://virtual-na.org/

Crisis Line

https://988lifeline.org/