Admiral James Winnefeld and Brandee Izquierdo - Helping Others Overcome Substance Abuse ChallengesAdmiral James Winnefeld and Brandee Izquierdo - Helping Others Overcome Substance Abuse Challenges
The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return
Admiral (ret) Sandy Winnefeld and his wife, Mary, founded SAFE (Stop the Addiction Fatality Epidemic) after their son died of an accidental fentanyl overdose. They later hired Brandee Izquierdo - herself an addict in recovery - to run the...
39:54•25 Nov 2021
Admiral James Winnefeld and Brandee Izquierdo: Turning Tragedy into Triumph
“Addiction blindsided me, I grew up in an environment where there was a lot of addiction around me and I did not want to be one of those people.”
Imagine the heartbreak of losing a child to an accidental overdose. Admiral James Winnefeld and his wife, Mary, faced this unimaginable pain when their son died from a fentanyl overdose. Instead of being consumed by grief, they channeled their sorrow into action by founding SAFE (Stop the Addiction Fatality Epidemic).
In this heartfelt episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Admiral Winnefeld and Brandee Izquierdo, a recovering addict who now leads SAFE, share their journey of turning personal tragedy into a mission to save lives. Brandee’s own battle with addiction and her path to recovery adds a deeply personal layer to their shared mission. They dive into the real struggles of addiction, the critical role of hope, and the importance of having credible voices in prevention.
They also discuss practical steps like safe drug disposal and building essential life skills. If you're seeking inspiration and practical advice on overcoming substance abuse, this episode is a must-listen.
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