WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
E136 Aired 09-04-2025 Jim Faust
E136 Aired 09-04-2025 Jim Faust
E136 Aired 09-04-2025 Jim Faust
Sunday 5th October 2025
Explore Jim Faust's inspiring journey through grief and recovery on 'Courage to Hope' with host Tony Lagreca. A story of loss, resilience, and healing.
46 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- The impact of substance abuse on families is profound and lasting.
- Grief support groups can be vital for healing after losing a loved one.
- Relapse is often part of the recovery journey, not a failure.
- Finding purpose can aid in healing from grief.
- Understanding addiction is crucial for supporting loved ones.
The weight is not any less heavy, but I have gotten better at carrying it.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this deeply moving episode of 'Courage to Hope,' host Tony Lagreca welcomes guest Jim Faust, a retired doctor and fellow member of a men's grief group. The episode centres around the heart-wrenching yet inspiring story of Jim's son, Adam, who tragically passed away from fentanyl poisoning just shy of his 30th birthday, despite being over two years into his recovery from substance use disorder.
Jim opens up about the struggles and heartbreak his family endured as they navigated Adam's journey through addiction and recovery. Despite Adam's tragic end, his legacy of compassion and dedication to helping others in the recovery community continues to inspire both Jim and his listeners. The episode also touches on the challenges faced by families dealing with addiction and grief, and how support systems like grief groups can be a lifeline.
Jim shares how fly fishing became a form of therapy for him, leading him to create a programme that teaches fly fishing to people in recovery, helping them find peace and balance in their own journeys. This episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of hope in the face of adversity.
It's a reminder that even in the darkest times, there is a light at the end of the tunnel, waiting for those who dare to find it. As you listen, you'll be moved by Jim's resilience and inspired to reflect on your own sources of strength and hope. What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Maybe it's time to find out.