Remembering the why: What started your recovery journey

Remembering the why: What started your recovery journey

What keeps you going on your recovery journey? In this heartfelt episode of 'The Hope Chase Podcast', Angie Marie takes us back to the beginnings of her own battle with addiction. She shares the importance of remembering why you started your recovery journey in the first place. Angie recounts her early days in recovery, the moments she first related to others with addiction, and the feelings and behaviors that made her realize she needed help.

These reflections serve as powerful reminders of how far she has come and the progress made along the way. Angie talks about a pivotal moment from an AA meeting in her early 20s that left a lasting impact on her. The feeling of 'impending doom' was a constant shadow during her years of heroin addiction, filling her with relentless anxiety and fear of the future.

She describes how this feeling affected her life and how it has evolved since she began working on herself. This episode is a raw and honest exploration of the emotional rollercoaster that comes with addiction and recovery. Angie encourages listeners to remember their own 'why'—the moments that sparked their realization and the progress they've made. It's a touching reminder that while the journey is tough, it's also filled with growth and healing.

If you're feeling lost or need a boost of hope, Angie's story might just be what you need to hear. Tune in to reconnect with your own reasons for choosing recovery and to find inspiration in Angie's transformative journey.