Ashley Loeb Blassingame

The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast

ckimmich@lionrockrecovery.com (Ashley Loeb Blassingame, Markisha Dryden)

  • Losing Parental Rights: Mom Gets Sober Following 7 CPS Cases

Losing Parental Rights: Mom Gets Sober Following 7 CPS Cases

Tuesday 5th October 2021

Listen to Markisha Dryden's inspiring journey from addiction and multiple CPS cases to sobriety and healing on 'The Courage to Change'.
Explicit
72 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive

About this podcast

The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast
Author:
Ashley Loeb Blassingame
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Markisha Dryden: From Turbulent Beginnings to Triumph in Recovery

Her story is incredible in many ways, incredibly sad and incredibly uplifting. But it shows that we do recover.
Imagine being introduced to crystal meth by a boyfriend and spiraling into a life filled with multiple pregnancies, jail time, and seven child protective services (CPS) cases. That’s the reality Markisha Dryden faced. Raised by her grandmother due to her parents' struggles with substance abuse, Markisha’s early life was anything but stable. Her journey is a raw and powerful testament to resilience and the human spirit's capacity for change.
In this gripping episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', Markisha opens up about her chaotic past and the turning point that led her to sobriety. After attending 20 recovery programs, something finally clicked, and she began to rebuild her life. Now, she’s not only sober but also working on mending relationships with her children and husband.
Listeners will be drawn into Markisha’s story as she recounts the heart-wrenching moments of losing parental rights and placing a child for adoption. Yet, amidst the turmoil, there’s an underlying message of hope and redemption. Her candid reflections on the trials she faced, from check fraud to abuse, offer invaluable lessons for anyone battling addiction or supporting someone who is.
This episode is more than just a story of recovery; it’s a beacon of hope for those feeling trapped in their circumstances. With a blend of humor and raw honesty, Markisha’s narrative is both relatable and inspiring. Whether you’re on your own recovery journey or seeking to understand the complexities of addiction, this episode offers a powerful reminder that change is possible.
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