Janessa's Journey: From Addiction to Purpose in Honduras
Episode Overview
Janessa battled a seven-year opioid addiction before seeking help. Her faith played a crucial role in her recovery journey. She now runs a ministry in Honduras focusing on children and animal rescue. Continuous personal inventory is essential in maintaining sobriety. Recovery is possible with determination and support.
"I was sick and tired of being sick and tired."
Understand the complexities of addiction with insights from Janessa Barr's incredible journey to sobriety. This episode of Real Recovery takes you through Janessa's harrowing seven-year battle with opioid addiction, starting from a simple pain medication prescription to a life consumed by pills. Her candid recounting of hitting rock bottom, including the emotional turmoil and the moment she decided to seek help, is both heart-wrenching and inspiring.
Janessa's story is a testament to the power of faith and resilience, as she shares how her relationship with God became her anchor through recovery. Listeners are treated to the uplifting narrative of how Janessa transformed her life, moving to Honduras to establish a ministry that combines her passion for children and stray animals. The podcast hosts, Bill Arnold and George P.
Fraser, bring warmth and humour to the conversation, making it an engaging listen as they delve into the importance of continuous personal inventory in recovery. Janessa's work in Honduras is not just about rescuing animals; it's about giving back and creating a community of support and healing. What can we learn from Janessa's story? It's a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, no matter how deep the struggle.
Her journey shows that with faith, determination, and the right support, one can find purpose and joy beyond addiction. So, are you ready to be inspired by a story of redemption and hope?