Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
232 Odyssey House Journals - Felicia Ferry
232 Odyssey House Journals - Felicia Ferry
232 Odyssey House Journals - Felicia Ferry
Friday 6th February 2026
Felicia Ferry shares her journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting the power of self-determination and community support.
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Get the buttons here!Felicia Ferry's Journey: From Shackles to Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Felicia's addiction journey started in high school and spanned nearly two decades.
- A pivotal moment came when she decided to get sober for herself, not for others.
- Structured treatment at Odyssey House played a crucial role in her recovery.
- Community support and finding new sober friendships were vital to maintaining sobriety.
- Felicia now works in recovery, helping others find their path to sobriety.
"I can't do this forever. It's either death, prison, or something worse."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Felicia Ferry shares her incredible journey from a life of addiction and criminal behaviour to long-term recovery in this compelling episode of Odyssey House Journals. Felicia's story begins with her teenage years, where experimenting with marijuana quickly escalated to harder substances like meth and heroin. Her path was fraught with legal troubles, including a memorable incident where she was paraded through an airport in shackles and a mini skirt.
But it was this series of low points that sparked her determination to change. Felicia's candid discussion with host Randall Carlisle reveals the crucial moment she decided to get sober for herself, rather than for her family or anyone else. This shift in mindset was key to her successful recovery. She shares how the structured environment of Odyssey House, combined with her commitment to personal growth, helped her turn her life around.
Now seven years sober, Felicia works as a behavioural health tech, helping others on their recovery journey. Her story highlights the importance of community and support systems in maintaining sobriety. She also touches on the challenges of co-parenting with her mother and rebuilding her relationship with her son. Felicia's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and self-determination. Her story serves as a reminder that no matter how far you've fallen, it's possible to climb back up.
Are you ready to hear how one woman turned her life around and now helps others do the same?