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Recovery Machine Podcast

A mother from Vancouver shares her powerful journey through addiction, homelessness, and single motherhood, highlighting her hopes for stability and reconnection.

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28:17•30 Jul 2023

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Recovery Machine Podcast

Nathan McLean & Corey Williams

The Recovery Machine Podcast is a show hosted by two former healthcare workers who have lived experience with drug addiction. Episodes feature discussions about the following: Mental health, addiction treatment options, tools for recovery, drug policy, the war on drugs, socioeconomic factors of addiction, the language of addiction, beliefs and myths about drugs, harm reduction, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma and PTSD, workplace risks, human rights, safe supply, drug regulation, the toxic drug crisis, psychology, compulsive behavior, neuroscience, genetics and personality traits related to addiction, and drug addiction in healthcare workers. Guests are brought in to offer insight and expertise on a regular basis. Why did we create the Recovery Machine Podcast? In short – to help. We’ve been through the drug addiction treatment process for healthcare workers in BC, and there are many things we wish we’d known before starting. So, one of our goals is to provide current, accurate information to other healthcare workers who might be struggling with substance use. We believe that by informing people about their options and the possible outcomes of their decisions, individuals will be better prepared to deal with the obstacles they will face. We also want to offer authentic, meaningful, factual discourse on substance use. We want to help change how people who use drugs are perceived. Recovery Machine is a tool we hope to use to dispel myths, improve understanding, and fight the countless drug policy injustices taking place right now in our society. Knowledge is power and when you’re at your lowest, surrounded by the darkness of the unknown, we’d like to offer you a light, a hand, and if you’re interested – a map. 🔊 All Platforms: https://recovery-machine.captivate.fm/listen ▶ YouTube Handle: https://youtube.com/@recoverymachine?sub_confirmation=1 ✔ Website: https://recoverymachine.org 📭 EMAIL Corey and Nathan at us@recoverymachine.org 🙏 To support Recovery Machine on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/recmach

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Episodes: 102

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From Homelessness to Hope: A Mother's Fight Against Addiction

Episode Overview

Recounts experiences of homelessness and abuse
Reflects on the challenges of single motherhood
Shares aspirations for stability and reconnection with her family
Highlights the impact of addiction on relationships
Expresses determination to find purpose and happiness

“I hope to have a stable life with a stable environment where one of my kids can give me a grandbaby so I can buy shoes for them. And, you know, and be happy. I'm a good person. I love laughing. I love having fun. I just, you know, can start my life.”

Imagine being a single mother, battling addiction while navigating the harsh realities of homelessness and abuse. In this episode of the Recovery Machine Podcast, Nathan sits down with a courageous mother from Vancouver who shares her gripping story. Her journey is filled with struggles, but also with a fierce determination to create a better life for herself and her family.

Raised in the bustling city of Vancouver, she opens up about the trials she faced, including the heart-wrenching experience of homelessness and the relentless grip of addiction. She talks candidly about how these challenges impacted her relationships, especially with her children. Yet, amidst the turmoil, she remains steadfast in her hope for a stable life. Her ultimate goal? To reconnect with her grown children and build a nurturing environment where they can thrive together.

Through her heartfelt narrative, you'll get a raw and honest look at the complexities of addiction and the incredible strength it takes to fight for a better future. This episode isn't just about struggle; it's about resilience, hope, and the unyielding human spirit.

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