David Lewry
David Lewry
Jasmine's Story
Jasmine's Story
Jasmine's Story
Wednesday 18th December 2024
Join Jasmine as she shares her inspiring journey from addiction to a life of purpose, embracing cultural heritage and community support.
65 minutes
inspiring
hopeful
reflective
challenging
empowering
About this podcast
Author:
David Lewry
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Jasmine celebrates 6 years of sobriety, sharing her transformative journey.
- She emphasizes the importance of cultural heritage in recovery.
- Community support and volunteering play a vital role in her life.
- Jasmine's story highlights overcoming trauma and personal growth.
- She balances motherhood with her dedication to helping others.
When the individual becomes whole, it just spreads to everyone.
In this compelling episode of the Voices In Recovery Podcast, we are introduced to Jasmine, a resilient individual who shares her transformative journey from addiction to a purposeful life of sobriety and service. Jasmine has been sober for over six years, a significant milestone in her life, and she candidly discusses the challenges and triumphs along this path.
Jasmine's story is deeply rooted in her cultural heritage, as she reflects on the impact of the 60's Scoop on her family and how reclaiming her cultural identity has been a cornerstone in her recovery process. She emphasizes the importance of passing down cultural knowledge and traditions to the younger generation, a philosophy she believes is crucial for preventing addiction and fostering community resilience. Throughout the episode, Jasmine highlights the power of community support and volunteering.
She dedicates her time to helping others, participating in foot patrols that provide harm reduction, food, and moral support to those in need. This work is not only therapeutic for her but also pivotal in creating a sense of belonging and purpose. Jasmine's narrative is not without its challenges. She speaks openly about the isolation and fear that accompanied her early sobriety, the process of letting go of anger and shame, and the daunting task of rebuilding her life from the ground up.
Yet, her journey is one of empowerment and self-discovery. The episode concludes with an invitation to listeners to explore other podcasts and initiatives that support indigenous stories and recovery efforts, such as the Native Calgarian Podcast and Black Pride YYC. Jasmine's story serves as a beacon of hope and a reminder of the strength found in community and cultural roots.