Chris Stewart on Breaking Heroin Addiction and Healing from CodependencyChris Stewart on Breaking Heroin Addiction and Healing from Codependency
The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast
Today my guest is Chris Stewart. He’s an author, motivational speaker, and an inspiring person in long term recovery. When he was 15 he chose to leave his family and become a rock star rather than go to Europe to live with his parents who were...
1:11:51•18 May 2023
Chris Stewart's Road to Recovery: From Heroin Addiction to Helping Others Heal
Episode Overview
- Stabilizing before delving into deep trauma work is crucial in recovery
- Personalized approaches are essential for effective healing
- Recognition of introverted or extroverted nature in recovery is important
- The societal impact of drugs, particularly fentanyl, on individuals' recovery journey
- The nuanced experiences individuals have in their recovery journey
“I started drinking not every day, obviously, but by the time I got sober, when I was 25, I was done. I think the biggest challenge now is that we get people sober quicker or try to because if not they die all right so about the fentanyl yeah we've never had a time in our society where drugs just kill you.”
Imagine being 15 and choosing the rock star life over living in Europe with your missionary parents. That was Chris Stewart's reality, and it set him on a turbulent path. In this episode of 'The One Day at a Time Recovery Podcast', Chris opens up about his early struggles, the grip of heroin addiction, and his relentless battle through years of relapse. His story isn't just about the darkness; it's about finding light and purpose in recovery.
Chris dives into how he broke free from heroin and healed from codependency, emphasizing the importance of stabilizing before tackling deep-seated trauma. He also touches on the need to understand whether you're an introvert or extrovert as you navigate recovery. Now a motivational speaker and author, Chris dedicates his life to helping others on their journey to sobriety. His insights are not just inspiring but offer practical advice for anyone facing similar battles.
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