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The cost of addiction – Leland's story
The cost of addiction – Leland's story
The cost of addiction – Leland's story
Sunday 25th October 2020
Explore Leland's inspiring story of overcoming addiction through faith and surrender. Discover how he rebuilt his life and found purpose.
47 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Healing
Authentic
Encouraging
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Religion & Spirituality
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Addiction can lead to severe personal losses including career and relationships.
- Surrendering to a higher power can be a turning point in recovery.
- Making amends is crucial for healing and rebuilding relationships.
- Faith-based support provides hope and guidance in recovery.
- Vulnerability and honesty are key to overcoming addiction.
"I can stop, but I can't stay stopped. I don't know what's wrong with me."
What remarkable journeys have people faced head-on against addiction? In this gripping episode of Real Recovery, Leland shares his poignant story of how addiction wreaked havoc on his life, costing him his career and marriage. Raised amidst a backdrop of family instability, Leland found solace in alcohol from a young age, leading to years of deceit and self-destruction. Despite the chaos, Leland's turning point came through a spiritual awakening in treatment, where he surrendered his struggles to a higher power.
Guided by faith and the support of a 12-step programme, Leland embarked on a transformative journey towards sobriety. He recounts the challenges of making amends and rebuilding relationships with family and friends, highlighting the healing power of vulnerability and honesty. Now pursuing a career in counselling, Leland aims to help others find hope and recovery through faith-based support. With hosts Bill Arnold and George P.
Fraser, this episode is a testament to the resilience and redemption found in surrendering to a greater purpose. So, what does it take to truly let go and embrace a new life?
Listen to Leland's inspiring tale and reflect on the possibilities of transformation through faith.