A Conversation with Jordan P. Barnes, Author of One Hit Away: A Memoir of RecoveryA Conversation with Jordan P. Barnes, Author of One Hit Away: A Memoir of Recovery
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Amy welcomes new friend Jordan P. Barnes to discuss his memoir Jordan discusses his personal journey with addiction and recovery with host Amy Liz Harrison. Jordan grew up in Hawaii with loving and supportive parents, but still faced addiction...
57:58•28 Feb 2023
From Heroin to Hope: Jordan P. Barnes' Road to Recovery
“Life is funny and cruel at the same time. But you do such a great job of telling it and telling it authentically, and I just can't even tell you how much I appreciated that, because the authenticity with which you told everything...was very inspirational for me to read.”
Curious about what it takes to turn a life around from the depths of addiction? In this heartfelt episode of 'Eternally Amy', host Amy Liz Harrison chats with Jordan P. Barnes, author of 'One Hit Away: A Memoir of Recovery'. Growing up in Hawaii with supportive parents, Jordan's journey took a dark turn when heavy drinking in college led him to heroin.
He opens up about the harrowing experiences of detox and treatment, shedding light on the often unspoken struggles of recovery. Amy and Jordan dive into the significance of needle exchange programs, NARCAN, and harm reduction, emphasizing their life-saving impact. They also touch on the stigma surrounding substance use disorders and how hope and authenticity play crucial roles in healing. Through candid storytelling, Jordan's memoir becomes a beacon of hope, illustrating the transformative power of community and support.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration on their own path to recovery or looking to support a loved one through theirs.
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