Called to action by God - Clinical Addictions Specialist, Joy Rutledge. Phoenix Fire Ep. 4Called to action by God - Clinical Addictions Specialist, Joy Rutledge. Phoenix Fire Ep. 4
Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.
Joy Rutledge shares her journey from a heartfelt calling to becoming a clinical addiction specialist.
32:57•30 Apr 2022
Called by Faith: Joy Rutledge’s Mission to Aid Addiction Recovery
“I don't think they would have a problem. So, I mean, this is my calling, and everything that I do is for my god, because whatever he had given me through what I do, I give it back to him.”
Have you ever felt a calling so strong that it changed your life's direction? That's exactly what happened to Joy Rutledge, a licensed clinical addiction specialist, who shares her incredible journey on this episode of 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.' While traveling the world, Joy was deeply moved by the suffering she witnessed among those battling mental health and addiction issues. Her heartfelt plea to God, 'Why are you calling me?
I don't know how to help,' was met with a profound response: 'It is not what you know, it is your heart.' This pivotal moment set Joy on a path to educate herself and dedicate her life to helping others. In this conversation, Joy discusses the tough realities of addiction treatment and mental health support, emphasizing the crucial role of harm reduction practices and the need for more resources and professionals in the field.
She also shares how her faith and commitment to self-care have been vital in her journey. Whether you're personally affected by addiction, supporting someone who is, or just interested in understanding more about these issues, Joy's story is both inspiring and informative.
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