Tanner Keegan Read
Tanner Keegan Read
Interview with Ray Plante
Interview with Ray Plante
Interview with Ray Plante
Monday 19th June 2023
Join Ray Plant as he shares his journey through addiction and recovery, offering wisdom and hope for those facing similar challenges.
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64 minutes
hopeful
challenging
informative
reflective
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Author:
Tanner Keegan Read
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Ray Plant shares his recovery journey.
- Discusses substance abuse challenges.
- Emphasizes the importance of community support.
- Shares daily reflections as coping strategies.
- Insight into the mental health landscape.
You try to run away, you're always there. In my experience, the game is the same no matter where you go.
In this episode of 'Retrieving Sanity,' host Liam Crow sits down with Ray Plant, a resilient individual with a compelling story of recovery from substance addiction. Ray opens up about his early life in Texas and how his family tried to escape the grips of addiction by relocating from Rhode Island. He shares candidly about his struggles with alcohol and various substances, including Adderall and cocaine, and the realization that his lifestyle was unsustainable.
Ray's journey is marked by self-awareness and the pursuit of a better life. He recounts the pivotal moments in his life, such as the transition from social drinking to recognizing the severity of his addiction. Despite the challenges, Ray's story is one of hope and redemption, highlighting the importance of mental health support and community. Throughout the interview, Ray discusses the role of daily reflections and spiritual guidance in his recovery process.
He mentions sending Bible verses to his sponsor and friends as part of his personal growth and support system. This practice not only aids his own recovery but also serves as a tool to help others in their journeys. Ray's candidness about his struggles with spina bifida offers a unique perspective on overcoming physical and mental hurdles. His story is a testament to resilience and the power of community in healing.
As the conversation wraps up, Ray expresses gratitude for the opportunity to share his story, hoping it might inspire others facing similar battles. This episode provides valuable insights into the complexities of addiction and recovery, emphasizing that while the path is challenging, it is also full of opportunities for learning and growth.