Jim Rachels

Addicts Anonymous

Jim Rachels

  • Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 126 - Interview with Heather J.

Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 126 - Interview with Heather J.

Tuesday 28th June 2022

Heather J. recounts her daughter's overdose and discusses addiction, recovery, and the deadly risks of fentanyl in 'Addicts Anonymous'.
Explicit
40 minutes
Hopeful
Informative
Empowering
Compassionate
Raw

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Addicts Anonymous
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Jim Rachels
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Heather J.'s Heart-Wrenching Journey Through Her Daughter's Overdose

I think the biggest thing would be to not blame yourself. And, yeah, it must be hard to accept, but it's the reality that there was nothing you can do.
Imagine the anguish of losing a child to an overdose. In this episode of 'Addicts Anonymous', Heather J. bravely opens up about her daughter, Devon Rae, and the tragic circumstances that led to her untimely death from a fentanyl-laced drug. Heather doesn't just recount the harrowing details; she also shares her own struggles with addiction and the immense challenges of raising a teenager battling substance abuse.
This conversation isn't just about sorrow; it's a candid look at the complexities of addiction and the importance of self-compassion in recovery. Heather's message is clear: don't blame yourself for a loved one's addiction or overdose. Instead, focus on healing and acceptance. The episode serves as a stark reminder of fentanyl's deadly potency and its hidden presence in many drugs. Heather's story is a poignant call to action for more awareness and compassion around addiction.
If you've been touched by addiction in any way, this episode offers both a sobering reality check and a glimmer of hope.
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