The opioid epidemic touches the lives of millions on a daily basis, so what can we as a society do to break the stigma, help our loved ones, and educate one another on such a prominent and impactful crisis? We are joined by Mindy Miller, Community Fairbanks Recovery Center’s Outpatient Manager, as she shares her expertise, insight, and advice. Plus, we hear the final advice from Kelly as he continues his long-term recovery journey.

From moving away from Terre Haute, Indiana to committing to long-term recovery, Kelly has made strides toward long-term recovery. After hearing about the trials and turmoil — as well as some triumphs — of Kelly’s past, we finally hear what his current, everyday life looks like. Let’s see how he’s doing now.

The road to recovery is not linear. For many of those who struggle with substance misuse, it takes multiple attempts at rehabilitation before recovery becomes possible. In this episode, Kelly speaks on Sober Living, what made this attempt at recovery different, and what progress looks like. We even hear from his mentor, Brent Shopp, who has battled his own substance misuse.

The road to recovery isn’t linear, and it can take enduring dark experiences to encourage people to seek help. These moments are what most people call “rock bottom.” In this episode, we’ll hear about the pivotal moments that pushed Kelly toward long-term recovery. And what rock bottom looked like for him.

In the U.S., 1 of every 5 incarcerated people is serving time for drug-related offenses. And these offenses — like in Kelly’s case — are often not a one-time occurrence. We’ll take a look at Kelly’s personal experiences. Then, we’ll hear about incarceration from a professional lens with Joe Pilotte, a probation officer with the Vigo County Superior Court Adult Probation Department in Terre Haute, Indiana.

Kelly’s story continues as he dives into what his closest relationships looked like. He shares the reality of how drug misuse impacted those he loved most — from bonds he had with his parents, to those with his kids, and his best friends. We’ll even hear from Kelly’s closest friend, Tony, as he shares his perception of his friendship with Kelly.

It’s time to look at the daily reality of substance misuse. We continue listening to Kelly’s story as he talks about what a typical day was like in the midst of his substance use disorder. Joined by special guest Peyton — Kelly’s daughter — we hear two unique sides of the same story.

We’re going back to the beginning, as we examine the opioid epidemic through the eyes of one man named Kelly — who’s in long-term recovery from substance use disorder. “Tell Us Where It Hurts.” Available wherever you listen to podcasts.

How does the opioid epidemic impact people and communities across the country? Season 3 follows the story of someone in long-term recovery. “Tell Us Where It Hurts.” Available wherever you listen to podcasts.

In Episode 10, we take a moment to consider all the things we’re thankful for. Our health, our families, our communities and more.