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How does a person go from living in the woods and running from bloodhounds to holding his community accountable to protect his fellow clients in treatment? At our treatment centers, we use community living as a therapeutic tool to teach real-world reco...
33:25•16 Jun 2020
Cris S.: From the Woods to Community Healing
“Healthy, recovery-focused choices can be contagious.”
Imagine going from hiding in the woods to becoming a pillar of your recovery community. That's the incredible journey of Cris S., who shares his gripping story on this episode of 'Journeys of Hope: Real Stories from the Frontlines of Recovery'. Hosted by Matt Shedd from MARR Addiction Treatment Centers, Cris's tale is both raw and inspiring.
He opens up about his meth addiction, detailing how he went from evading bloodhounds to holding his peers accountable in their shared quest for sobriety. The episode dives into the concept of community living as a therapeutic tool, showing how real-world recovery skills are learned through mutual support and accountability. Cris emphasizes the importance of trust and community in his journey, shedding light on the intergenerational nature of addiction and the transformative power of recovery.
One standout moment is when Cris says, 'Most guys that recover deep down, they want to do the right thing, they want to be that good guy'. This episode is a testament to the strength found in doing hard things and striving to be a better person. If you're looking for a story that underscores the importance of community and personal growth in recovery, this episode is a must-listen.

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