American Addiction Centers
American Addiction Centers
Addiction Talk: My Recovery Story with Liz Varnado
Addiction Talk: My Recovery Story with Liz Varnado
Addiction Talk: My Recovery Story with Liz Varnado
Friday 2nd May 2025
Liz Varnado shares her inspiring journey through addiction recovery, exploring cultural identity and spiritual healing.
29 minutes
Inspiring
Authentic
Hopeful
Encouraging
Compassionate
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American Addiction Centers
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Finding Strength in Cultural Identity: Liz Varnado's Recovery Journey
Episode Overview
- Cultural identity plays a crucial role in addiction recovery.
- Generational trauma can impact one's path to healing.
- Spiritual practices like sweat lodges can aid recovery.
- Culturally sensitive care is vital for effective treatment.
- Perseverance is key to rebuilding after hitting rock bottom.
Strength relies in the healing of the manifestation of self.
In this episode of Addiction Talk, Liz Varnado shares her incredible journey through addiction, cultural identity, and recovery. Liz, a Black, French, and Native American mother, offers a candid look at the unique challenges she faced due to her diverse cultural background. Her story is one of resilience and hope, as she opens up about the impact of generational trauma and the importance of culturally sensitive care in treatment.
You'll hear how Liz found strength in spiritual reconnection and the role of Laguna Treatment Center's Tribal Trac in her healing process. Liz's path wasn't an easy one—she talks about hitting rock bottom and losing many aspects of her life, from her marriage to her job. Yet, she found the courage to rebuild, drawing inspiration from her ancestors and embracing the Native American traditions offered at the treatment centre.
The sweat lodge experience was a turning point for Liz, providing a powerful moment of spiritual purification and connection to her roots. Liz's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of addressing cultural identity in addiction recovery. She hopes to inspire others, particularly women, to seek help and embrace their healing journey. Her insights are both raw and uplifting, highlighting the strength found in vulnerability.
If you're looking for an authentic and empowering tale of recovery, Liz's story is one you won't want to miss. Her journey reminds us all that healing is possible and that embracing our true selves can lead to profound transformation.