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From Living a Life of Crime to Finding a Purpose through Recovery with Vili Auelua
From Living a Life of Crime to Finding a Purpose through Recovery with Vili Auelua
From Living a Life of Crime to Finding a Purpose through Recovery with Vili Auelua
Tuesday 30th January 2024
Join Vili Auelua as he recounts his transformation from gang member to recovery advocate, highlighting the power of community support.
48 minutes
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Get the buttons here!From Gang Life to Guiding Light: Vili Auelua's Recovery Journey
Episode Overview
- Vili's upbringing in Compton, CA, exposed him to gang activity and substance abuse from a young age.
- His struggles with addiction and incarceration led to a realization that his lifestyle was not normal.
- Through introspection, meditation, and seeking help, Vili began to unravel deeply ingrained beliefs that had shaped his life.
- Joining a drug and alcohol treatment program, coupled with community support, allowed Vili to confront his addiction and pave a new path.
- Today, Vili is dedicated to using his experience to guide others, particularly those caught in the cycle of gang activity and substance abuse.
I can go back and I can look at certain events that I was there, I know, because the pictures are out there, but I don't remember a lot of it. He's like, you got all these front row tickets to these great, amazing concerts, and you don't really remember any of it. It baffles me. You spend any waking time you can get out here, but yet you don't give it what it deserves because you're busy drinking and messing around.
Vili Auelua’s life story is a gripping tale of transformation. Growing up in the tough streets of Compton, CA, Vili was no stranger to crime and gang culture. From a young age, he was surrounded by an environment where alcohol and marijuana were as common as the air he breathed. This lifestyle eventually led him down a path of addiction and incarceration. But Vili's story doesn't end there; it takes a turn towards hope and redemption.
In this episode, Vili sits down with Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley to recount his journey from a life of crime to one filled with purpose through recovery. He opens up about the moment he realized he had a problem and how committing to recovery changed his life for the better. Through introspection, meditation, and the support of a caring community, Vili was able to confront his demons and pave a new path for himself.
Today, he dedicates his life to helping other recovering addicts at The Haven, using his own experiences to guide those still struggling. Vili’s story is a testament to the power of seeking help and the importance of community support in overcoming addiction.