Jeannine Coulter Lindgren
Jeannine Coulter Lindgren
Trading Marijuana for Heroin, Choosing to Sleep in a Tent Instead of his House, Trading Tents for Dope and The Power of the Third Step
Trading Marijuana for Heroin, Choosing to Sleep in a Tent Instead of his House, Trading Tents for Dope and The Power of the Third Step
Trading Marijuana for Heroin, Choosing to Sleep in a Tent Instead of his House, Trading Tents for Dope and The Power of the Third Step
Thursday 2nd October 2025
Stratton's story of addiction and redemption offers a raw look at recovery and the power of community support.
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78 minutes
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Jeannine Coulter Lindgren
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Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Stratton shares his journey from marijuana to heroin addiction.
- He chose to live in a tent despite owning a house due to his addiction.
- The importance of family intervention in his path to recovery.
- Finding strength through the third step in the 12-step program.
- Stratton's success as a car salesman after achieving sobriety.
"I was done. I was just tired. I was just pitiful."
What can we learn from those who have battled addiction? Meet Stratton, whose journey is a whirlwind of highs and lows, from a budding career in the marijuana industry to the depths of heroin addiction. Originally from North Carolina, Straton moved to Oregon in search of new beginnings, only to find himself ensnared in the grips of heroin. Despite owning a house, he chose the streets, living in a tent to stay close to his addiction.
Yet, this story doesn't end in despair. With sheer determination and the guidance of a 12-step programme, Straton has been sober since 2021 and is now thriving as a successful car salesman. Stratton's tale is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. His early life was marked by an idyllic childhood that took a sharp turn due to learning disabilities and a premature introduction to substances.
These challenges eventually led him to drop out of high school and into a life of drug dealing and addiction. Despite hitting rock bottom, living in a tent while owning a house, Stratton found the courage to turn his life around. The episode also highlights the role of community and support systems in recovery. Jeannine Coulter Lindgren and Narcan Nate, the hosts, offer a platform for such stories, aiming to inspire those grappling with similar battles.
Stratton's story is not just about addiction; it's about the power of surrender and finding strength in vulnerability. The power of the third step in his recovery journey is particularly emphasised as it helped him let go of control and embrace a higher power. Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Tune in to hear Stratton's powerful transformation from addiction to recovery.