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Recovery Recharged with Ellen Stewart Pushy Broad from the Bronx

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  • MAC’s Message -Find Worthiness in your World with Maggie Burke

MAC’s Message -Find Worthiness in your World with Maggie Burke

Wednesday 13th July 2022

Maggie Burke shares her son's story of addiction and hope, turning tragedy into advocacy with MAC's Message.
55 minutes
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Hopeful
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Recovery Recharged with Ellen Stewart Pushy Broad from the Bronx
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Finding Worthiness: A Mother's Journey Through Grief and Advocacy

Episode Overview

  • Maggie Burke shares her son's tragic overdose story.
  • MAC's Message stands for meaningful affirmation, compassion, and commitment.
  • The importance of breaking stigma around addiction and mental health.
  • Family involvement is crucial in supporting recovery.
  • Community initiatives like Trinity Sober Living play a vital role.
"You are worthy of this fight. I don't care how many times you fall and you get back up, you're worthy of peace and happiness."
What emotional and inspiring tales of recovery are out there? Ellen Stewart, the Pushy Broad from the Bronx, introduces us to Maggie Burke, a mother who has transformed her grief into a powerful message of hope and resilience. Maggie shares the heart-wrenching story of her son Cormac's tragic overdose, highlighting the immense struggles he faced with addiction and mental health.
Despite the devastating loss, Maggie stands firm on the legacy of her son's courage, using it to advocate for others battling similar demons. The episode is a moving exploration of how a family copes with the unimaginable and finds purpose in their pain. Maggie's creation of MAC's Message—meaningful affirmation, compassion, and commitment—serves as a guiding light for others navigating this challenging journey. The conversation between Ellen, Dr.
Pat, and Maggie offers not just personal anecdotes but also broader insights into the relentless nature of addiction and the importance of community support. This episode is a heartfelt call to action for breaking the stigma surrounding addiction and mental health issues. It challenges listeners to reconsider their perceptions and encourages them to support initiatives like Trinity Sober Living, where Cormac found solace.
Maggie's story is not just about loss; it's about finding worthiness in your world, even in the darkest times. So, what can we learn from those who have battled addiction? Perhaps it's that hope, compassion, and unwavering support can indeed make a difference.
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