Tiffany Jenkins: From Addiction to Advocacy
When you say addict, you're talking homeless under the bridge and there you go and you would never be homeless and under the bridge right until I was, we always say that could never be me, and that's how I kind of gauged my addiction the whole time.
Meet Tiffany Jenkins, the vibrant personality behind 'Juggling the Jenkins'. With over 4.5 million Facebook followers, Tiffany is known for her hilarious viral videos, but there's much more to her story. In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Tiffany opens up about her battle with opioid addiction and her journey to recovery. As a wife, mother, best-selling author, and content creator, she uses her platform to shed light on mental illness and addiction.
Tiffany's candidness about her struggles with depression and anxiety, alongside her past addiction, makes her story incredibly relatable and inspiring. She’s been featured on national TV shows like The Today Show and The Doctors, and she travels across the country sharing her story in jails, rehabs, and schools. Tiffany's journey started in high school with skipping classes to take pills, leading to a full-blown addiction by her senior year of college.
Her tale is a stark reminder that addiction can affect anyone, regardless of their background. Through her recovery, Tiffany emphasizes the importance of seeking help and the pivotal role of support systems. Her story not only dispels misconceptions about addiction but also highlights the intertwined nature of mental health and substance abuse. If you or someone you know is grappling with addiction, Tiffany's story offers a beacon of hope and a testament to the power of resilience.