Lacey R.'s Journey from Addiction to Recovery
Episode Overview
Lacey's early experiences with alcohol and its impact on her life. Her progression from casual drinking to severe drug addiction. A near-death experience that became a turning point in her recovery. The role of honesty and support from loved ones in her journey. How the 12-step program transformed her life and provided hope.
I was better off high because at least I could do things.
Lacey R. shares a raw and powerful account of her journey through addiction and recovery in this episode of Recovery Radio Network. Growing up in Boston, Lacey recounts her early experiences with alcohol and how it quickly became a crutch for dealing with her overwhelming fear and anxiety.
Her candid storytelling takes you through her struggles with alcoholism and drug addiction, from casual drinking to intravenous drug use, leading to a near-death experience that became a turning point in her life. Lacey's honesty about her lowest moments, including a suicide attempt, and her eventual path to sobriety through the 12-step program, is both heart-wrenching and inspiring.
She reflects on the importance of honesty, the support of loved ones, and the power of the 12 steps in transforming her life. By sharing her story, Lacey offers hope and encouragement to those battling addiction, showing that recovery is possible even in the darkest times. Her journey is a testament to the strength and resilience required to overcome addiction and build a life of sobriety.