Chuck LaFlange
Chuck LaFlange
115-MEMORIAL MONDAY- JACKIE SHARES THE MEMORY OF HER SON CHRISTIAN.................................. #youareloved, #stopthestigma, #recovery, #addiction, #addictionrecovery, #overdose, #recoveryjourney, #recoveryisworthit, #recoverywarrior, #thelovemode
115-MEMORIAL MONDAY- JACKIE SHARES THE MEMORY OF HER SON CHRISTIAN.................................. #youareloved, #stopthestigma, #recovery, #addiction, #addictionrecovery, #overdose, #recoveryjourney, #recoveryisworthit, #recoverywarrior, #thelovemode
115-MEMORIAL MONDAY- JACKIE SHARES THE MEMORY OF HER SON CHRISTIAN.................................. #youareloved, #stopthestigma, #recovery, #addiction, #addictionrecovery, #overdose, #recoveryjourney, #recoveryisworthit, #recoverywarrior, #thelovemode
Monday 5th June 2023
Listen to Jackie on 'Ashes to Awesome' as she shares her son Christian's story, advocating for awareness of addiction's human cost.
29 minutes
Heart-wrenching
Informative
Hopeful
Empowering
Compassionate
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Author:
Chuck LaFlange
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!A Mother's Heartache: Jackie Remembers Her Son Christian
Episode Overview
- Jackie shares an emotional account of her son Christian's life and the devastating impact of his fentanyl poisoning.
- The episode includes a public service announcement about the critical role of Naloxone in reversing opioid overdoses.
- The host expresses gratitude to the sponsors and shares a message of hope and support for those affected by addiction.
- Jackie advocates for greater awareness of the human cost of addiction, humanizing the victims and emphasizing their aspirations and dreams.
- The episode serves as a powerful reminder of the urgent need for compassion and understanding within communities dealing with addiction.
The grieving mother and father and family. Christian will always love you. You'll always be missed and you're always in our heart. Love you, baby. May you rest in peace.
What does it feel like to lose a loved one to addiction? In this deeply moving episode of 'Ashes to Awesome', Jackie from Austin, Texas, opens up about her son Christian's tragic death. He thought he was taking a Percocet, but it turned out to be fentanyl, leading to his untimely passing. Through her tears and memories, Jackie paints a vivid picture of Christian's life, his dreams, and the joy he brought to everyone around him.
This isn't just a story about loss; it's a call for awareness and compassion. Jackie urges listeners to see beyond the statistics and recognize the real people affected by addiction. The episode also highlights the life-saving importance of Naloxone in reversing opioid overdoses. Tune in for an emotional journey that underscores the urgent need for understanding and support in our communities.