Liz Torres | Recovery Matters! Podcast Episode 78Liz Torres | Recovery Matters! Podcast Episode 78
Recovery Matters! Podcast
* Liz was introduced to cocaine at 16 * Her father put her up for adoption * Endured a lot of abuse * At 17 she connected with a 40 year old drug supplier who introduced her to cocaine * Her cocaine use got so bad that her eyes, nose and ears doctor had to intervine with emergency surgery…she continued using after that * Kept up a job and was all liked there until people started suspecting drug use….she was fired after a mandatory drug test came back positive * Her supplier of endless cocaine cut her off after he noticed how consumed into it she was * There came a time where she was choosing to buy drugs over buying food for her kids Liz is now a CCAR Volunteer Manager and is a person in recovery. Hear her story as only she can tell it!
1:19:54•31 May 2022
Liz Torres: Rising from Cocaine Addiction to Recovery
“Drugs is not an option, using is not an option.”
Liz Torres' life has been a whirlwind of trials and triumphs. Introduced to cocaine at just 16, Liz's story is one of stark realities and eventual redemption. Her early years were marred by abuse and abandonment; her father put her up for adoption, and she faced unimaginable hardships. By 17, she was entangled with a much older drug supplier, plunging deeper into addiction. Her cocaine use escalated to the point where it caused severe health issues, necessitating emergency surgery.
Yet, even after such a scare, Liz continued down the treacherous path of addiction. Despite holding down a job, her drug use eventually caught up with her, leading to a mandatory drug test and subsequent firing. Her addiction grew so consuming that she chose drugs over feeding her own children. However, Liz's story doesn't end there. Today, she's a beacon of recovery and hope, serving as a Volunteer Manager at CCAR. In this episode of the 'Recovery Matters!
Podcast', Liz opens up about her journey from the depths of addiction to finding purpose and community in recovery. She reflects on the pivotal moments that spurred her to change, including the heart-wrenching loss of her son. This tragic event became a catalyst for her transformation. Now, Liz dedicates her life to helping others navigate their own recovery journeys. Her story underscores the power of community support and the resilience of the human spirit.
Tune in to hear Liz's inspiring tale of overcoming adversity and finding hope.
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