The New Way of Life Podcast
The New Way of Life Podcast
S3 E2: BREAK THE STIGMA- KYLE'S STORY
S3 E2: BREAK THE STIGMA- KYLE'S STORY
S3 E2: BREAK THE STIGMA- KYLE'S STORY
Monday 2nd August 2021
Hear Kyle Overmyer's journey from Sheriff to addict to recovery advocate on 'The New Way of Life Podcast'. A story of breaking stigma and finding hope.
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Get the buttons here!From Sheriff to Speaker: Kyle Overmyer's Battle with Addiction
The word stigma is one of the biggest barriers to conquer when it comes to addiction and mental health. Others, educate others to remove this judgment. You know we're miracles, and we got to continue to do this, not to really prove ourselves, but just to get that judgment out of there right.
Imagine being at the top of your career, only to find yourself spiraling into the depths of addiction. That's exactly what happened to Kyle Overmyer, the elected Sheriff of Sandusky County at just 34 years old. In this gripping episode of 'The New Way of Life Podcast', Kyle opens up about his journey from law enforcement to addiction and back to sobriety. Diagnosed with arthritis from sports injuries, Kyle was prescribed Vicodin for pain management.
What started as a legitimate medical need quickly turned into an addiction nightmare. He began doctor shopping and even took old medications from take-back boxes. Eventually, his actions caught up with him, leading to a grand jury indictment on 42 felony drug charges. Kyle pleaded guilty to 12 counts and was sentenced to four years in prison. But his story doesn't end there. After serving his time, Kyle turned his life around and has been sober for six years.
He now works in recovery, shares his story as a motivational speaker, and is the founder of KO Addiction, LLC. This episode delves into the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding addiction and mental health. Kyle talks candidly about how denial played a role in his addiction and how education and community support were crucial in his recovery. His story serves as a powerful reminder that addiction can affect anyone, but recovery is possible with the right support and mindset.
Tune in to hear Kyle's inspiring journey and learn how embracing personal responsibility and breaking down stigmas can lead to a successful recovery.