The situation you grew up in does not have to define the person you are now. Seth Newsome is the perfect example of this and shares the challenges he has faced in redefining himself from being an addict to being an advocate for labor unions.

If you or someone else know you are struggling with addiction know that there is support:
Washington Recovery help Line  - 866-789-1511
Cocaine Anonymous (caofwa.org)
Narcotics Anonymous