Rebuilding after Relapse...Joey is Back! Tapering Suboxone AMA, IV Use the First Night of Using after Two Years Sober, Lost Job, Lost Housing and Overdosing, Now Six Months BACK and Fighting!

Rebuilding after Relapse...Joey is Back! Tapering Suboxone AMA, IV Use the First Night of Using after Two Years Sober, Lost Job, Lost Housing and Overdosing, Now Six Months BACK and Fighting!

Joey Rakisits returns to the Chasing Heroine podcast with a powerful story of relapse and recovery. After two years of sobriety, Joey found himself back in the throes of addiction following an injury at work that required pain medication. He candidly shares his journey of losing his job, housing, and almost his life, only to fight his way back to six months of sobriety.

Joey opens up about the dangers of tapering off suboxone too quickly and the critical importance of following medical advice. His experience is a raw and honest look at the challenges of staying sober when life throws curveballs. Jeannine Coulter Lindgren and Narcan Nate host this episode, offering support and insight into Joey's struggles and triumphs. The conversation is both heart-wrenching and hopeful, showcasing the resilience required to rebuild after a relapse.

If you're looking for a story that highlights the reality of addiction and the strength needed to overcome it, this episode is a must-listen.