Mike Tourville

Healing Voices Project: Sharing Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery and Courage.

mktourville@gmail.com (Michela Snape, Mike Tourville, Les Tingley)

  • From Stubbornness to Surrender. Michela Snape with Compass Recovery

From Stubbornness to Surrender. Michela Snape with Compass Recovery

Friday 14th November 2025

Michaela Snape shares her journey from addiction to recovery, revealing how surrender and community support led her to a fulfilling life.
36 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Authentic
Encouraging
Informative

About this podcast

Healing Voices Project: Sharing Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery and Courage.
Author:
Mike Tourville
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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From Stubbornness to Surrender: Michaela Snape's Inspiring Recovery Journey

Episode Overview

  • Recovery requires willingness and surrender.
  • Community support can be pivotal in overcoming addiction.
  • Personal experiences can drive professional success in recovery fields.
  • Relapse is part of the journey but doesn't define it.
  • Social media can be a tool for raising awareness about recovery.
I finally reached a point where I was sick and tired of being sick and tired, and I was willing.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Michaela Snape shares her riveting journey from stubbornness to surrender, showcasing the power of transformation and recovery. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of Michaela's life-changing road to sobriety, which led her to become a Community Outreach Specialist at Compass Recovery. Her story is not just about overcoming addiction but about finding purpose in helping others navigate their own recovery paths.
With host Mike Tourville, Michaela discusses the highs and lows of her battle with addiction, the pivotal moments that prompted change, and how her personal experiences have shaped her professional life. You'll hear about the challenges Michaela faced, from being homeless to dealing with relapse, and how she found strength in her children and the supportive community at Compass Recovery.
This episode highlights the importance of willingness and surrender in recovery, emphasising that change is possible when you let go of stubbornness and embrace help. Whether you're seeking inspiration or practical advice, Michaela's story is a testament to resilience and hope. So, how can Michaela's journey inspire your own path to recovery?
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