Tina Perry's Journey of Overcoming Addiction and Starting a Nonprofit to Help Others | Recovery Matters Podcast Ep. 102Tina Perry's Journey of Overcoming Addiction and Starting a Nonprofit to Help Others | Recovery Matters Podcast Ep. 102
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***A QUICK WARNING***: This episode contains mention of a suicide attempt and sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised. In this podcast episode, Tina Perry shares her personal story of overcoming addiction and the traumatic event that led her to try and take her own life. She also discusses how her daughter struggled with substance use and how her passing inspired Tina to start a nonprofit organization to support others in similar situations. Tina is an advocate for improving the treatment of individuals seeking medical help for substance use issues and works to combat the stigma surrounding addiction.
44:10•27 Dec 2022
Tina Perry: From Addiction to Advocacy and Community Support
“I just I want to thank you for everything you've shared, because there is going to be somebody that hears this and connects with your story and sees your positivity and turning your circumstances into into gold and other people's lives.”
Imagine hitting rock bottom and then using that experience to lift others up. That's exactly what Tina Perry did. In this heartfelt episode of the 'Recovery Matters! Podcast', Tina opens up about her harrowing journey through addiction, including a traumatic event that pushed her to the brink. She doesn't shy away from discussing the painful moments, including her daughter's battle with substance use and the heartbreak of losing her. But Tina's story doesn't end in despair.
Instead, she channels her grief into action by founding a nonprofit aimed at helping those in similar situations. Tina also sheds light on the often harsh judgment faced by individuals seeking medical help for addiction and how it can have devastating consequences. Her advocacy work is driven by a deep desire to improve the treatment and support available to those struggling with substance use.
This episode is a raw, honest conversation that underscores the power of resilience and the importance of community support. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Tina's story is a powerful reminder that hope and change are possible.
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