The Refuge Ministry
The Refuge Ministry
april 2 2020
april 2 2020
april 2 2020
Wednesday 1st April 2020
Hear Chrissy Benner's inspiring journey from addiction to recovery through faith and community in this episode of 'Relational Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Chrissy Benner's Path to Healing: From Despair to Hope
Community is so hard because you know in real community, don't just get up and run out when it gets hard, you stay in it and you fight together.
What does it take to turn your life around when everything seems lost? In this episode of 'Relational Recovery', Chrissy Benner opens up about her tumultuous journey from a broken home to finding solace and strength through faith and community. Growing up, Chrissy faced immense challenges and turned to drugs and alcohol as an escape.
Her path led her to jail, but it was there that she encountered Courage House, a place that introduced her to the love of God and the power of Christian spirituality combined with psychological insights. Chrissy's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. After leaving Courage House, she grappled with control and safety issues but found a supportive community that helped her navigate these struggles. Her journey underscores the importance of community in the recovery process.
Chrissy’s candidness about her past and her ongoing battles makes her story relatable and inspiring. Listeners will gain insights into how blending faith with psychology can be a powerful tool in overcoming addiction. The episode also delves into the science of behavior change, helping you understand why certain behaviors occur and how to transform them. Chrissy’s experiences highlight that while the road to recovery is fraught with challenges, it is ultimately rewarding.
If you or someone you know is grappling with addiction, Chrissy’s story offers a beacon of hope. Her journey shows that with faith, community support, and the right strategies, recovery is not just possible—it’s within reach.