Chuck LaFlange
Chuck LaFlange
77 - MEMORIAL MONDAY - NICOLE CLEARLY SUBMITS ON HER SON GAGE'S BEHALF. .....#youareloved, #stopthestigma, #recovery, #addiction, #addictionrecovery, #overdose, #recoveryjourney, #recoveryisworthit, #recoverywarrior, #tommacdonald, #stopthestigma, #recove
77 - MEMORIAL MONDAY - NICOLE CLEARLY SUBMITS ON HER SON GAGE'S BEHALF. .....#youareloved, #stopthestigma, #recovery, #addiction, #addictionrecovery, #overdose, #recoveryjourney, #recoveryisworthit, #recoverywarrior, #tommacdonald, #stopthestigma, #recove
77 - MEMORIAL MONDAY - NICOLE CLEARLY SUBMITS ON HER SON GAGE'S BEHALF. .....#youareloved, #stopthestigma, #recovery, #addiction, #addictionrecovery, #overdose, #recoveryjourney, #recoveryisworthit, #recoverywarrior, #tommacdonald, #stopthestigma, #recove
Sunday 16th April 2023
Join Chuck LaFlange as Nicole Cleary shares her son Gage's story, shedding light on addiction's harsh realities and the impact of loss. #recovery #stopthestigma
26 minutes
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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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Episode Overview
- Nicole Cleary shares the emotional journey of her son, Gage McKenzie, battling addiction and the subsequent loss
- The episode sheds light on the impact of addiction, homelessness, jail, and prison on individuals and their families
- Nicole's advocacy efforts and awareness about fentanyl dangers are highlighted, aiming to prevent similar tragedies
- The podcast emphasises the need for inclusivity and support for individuals battling addiction, challenging the stigma
- Chuck LaFlange discusses the importance of spreading meaningful awareness to humanize those affected by addiction
The exclusion of an addict is the boot on the neck. It is the thing. The perception of exclusion is the boot on the neck of an addict, and it keeps them in active addiction.
Imagine the heartbreak of losing a child to addiction. In this poignant episode of 'Ashes to Awesome', host Chuck LaFlange introduces Nicole Cleary, who shares the raw and emotional story of her son Gage McKenzie. Gage's journey from a typical childhood to the dark alleys of addiction is a harrowing tale that includes homelessness, jail, and ultimately, a tragic end due to fentanyl.
Nicole's narrative is a powerful reminder that addiction isn't just about statistics; it's about real people with dreams, families, and untold potential. She opens up about the profound pain of losing Gage, emphasizing that time hasn't healed her wounds but has only deepened them. Through her tears, Nicole turns her grief into advocacy, striving to raise awareness about the dangers of addiction and fentanyl.
Her story is a call to action for more understanding, support, and efforts to prevent such tragedies. This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction, offering a sobering yet hopeful perspective on the importance of compassion and community in the fight against this pervasive issue.