Raquel G.'s Journey: From Overdose to Hopeful Recovery
It’s a moving and impactful story of recovery. Don’t miss this episode.
What happens when life spirals out of control from a young age? Raquel G. knows all too well. In this episode of The SHAIR Recovery Podcast, host Omar Pinto sits down with Raquel to unravel her gripping story of addiction and recovery. Starting with her first drink at just 9 years old after moving to Costa Rica, Raquel’s tale is a rollercoaster of escalating substance abuse that eventually led her to the brink of death.
By 16, she was deep into smoking weed, doing coke, and taking ecstasy. Her journey took a darker turn when she overdosed on heroin and a cocktail of other drugs, waking up in a hospital bed with a life-changing phone call that set her on the path to recovery. Raquel’s story is one of sheer resilience and determination. She delves into the importance of sponsorship, step work, and building healthy relationships as pillars of her recovery.
Her narrative is not just about hitting rock bottom but also about the climb back up and the hope that lies beyond addiction. Omar’s empathetic interviewing style brings out the raw and real aspects of Raquel’s journey, making this episode both moving and inspirational. If you’re looking for a tale of survival and transformation, Raquel’s story offers a beacon of hope.