Marie Agioritis joins us to talk about her experiences with losing her son to drug poisoning and living with another who still uses.Marie Agioritis joins us to talk about her experiences with losing her son to drug poisoning and living with another who still uses.
Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.
Marie Agioritis shares her family's journey through substance use, loss, and advocacy for harm reduction.
49:14•16 Jun 2023
Marie Agioritis: A Mother's Fight Against Substance Use and Loss
Episode Overview
- Marie shares her journey of managing her son's ongoing struggle with substance use
- She highlights the need for more understanding and support for families dealing with substance use
- Marie advocates for harm reduction strategies and safe supply initiatives
- Her insights serve as a call to action for educating and dispelling myths about substance use
- She continues to work towards creating a safer and more supportive environment for families and individuals dealing with substance use
“One day at a time, you know what's tomorrow look like? So no, I don't, for him, and for me with him, we never ever talked about abstinence. Where he was, where abstinence was delivered to him was in some AA meetings or NA meetings and where he was actually shamed for being on methadone because he couldn't say that he was in recovery.”
What happens when a family is thrust into the world of substance use and loss? In this episode of Hard Knox Talks, Daniel Unmanageable sits down with Marie Agioritis to hear her deeply personal story. Marie opens up about the heartbreak of losing her son to drug poisoning and the ongoing challenges of supporting another son who still struggles with substance use.
She paints a vivid picture of a family caught off guard by recreational drugs and prescription pills, despite living in a stable home and good neighborhood. Her candid discussion highlights the urgent need for better support systems and more compassionate societal attitudes towards substance use. Marie's involvement with Moms Stop The Harm and Stronger Together Canada underscores her commitment to advocating for harm reduction strategies and safe supply.
Through her advocacy, she aims to educate others and dispel harmful myths, ultimately striving to create safer, more supportive communities for families facing similar battles. If you're seeking heartfelt insights and practical advice on navigating the complexities of substance use and loss, this episode offers a poignant and powerful perspective.
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