#026 Rebuilding Life After Prison & Addiction | Recovery Alive Homes

How do you rebuild a broken life after decades of prison, addiction, and lost time? In this deeply moving episode of Living on Incline, Anthony McGee (21 years incarcerated), Ryan Ellis (30+ year struggle with addiction), Amy Lewis, and Morgan Barfield share their raw, unfiltered stories of overcoming trauma, finding faith, and stepping into true freedom through peer-governed recovery homes.From the terrifying reality of re-entering society to the daily work of repairing relationships with their children, these four individuals reveal what actual, long-term restoration looks like beyond the initial detox.If you or a loved one are navigating addiction, sober living, or life after incarceration, this episode is a powerful reminder that no one is ever too far gone to find hope, community, and purpose.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction & The Reality of Recovery Homes02:15 - Anthony McGee: Transitioning Out After 21 Years Incarcerated08:40 - Ryan Ellis: Overcoming 30+ Years of Addiction & Cutting Toxic Roots15:30 - Amy Lewis: From Prison & Deep Loss to Helping Others22:10 - Morgan Barfield: The Humility of Returning to Sober Living28:45 - Peer Accountability vs. Traditional Rehab Facilities35:20 - Rebuilding Trust & Relationships with Family42:10 - Daily Surrender: The 12 Steps as a Lifestyle48:30 - Final Words of Hope & EncouragementSUBSCRIBE TO LIVING ON INCLINE:https://www.youtube.com/@LivingonInclinepod?sub_confirmation=1JOIN THE CONVERSATION:What part of today’s episode resonated with you the most? Drop your thoughts or prayer requests in the comments below!LISTEN AND FOLLOW LIVING ON INCLINE:• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-on-incline/id1828304603• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/78HwNrRWZHGAHL8Zv90nO0?si=e4b5d032e9214deb• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZdyfS2K4OE4WFJRWSuAgsQ• RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2521959.rss• Website: https://www.livingonincline.com SPONSORED BY RECOVERY ALIVE:Living on Incline is proudly sponsored by Recovery Alive, a Christ-centered recovery program helping people find hope, healing, and purpose through authentic community and biblical transformation.• Learn more: https://www.recoveryalive.com• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoveryaliveinc/• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoveryaliveinc• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoveryaliveNEED HELP OR SUPPORT?If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, substance abuse, or mental health, help is available 24/7:• SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 (Free, confidential, 24/7)• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988#LivingOnIncline #AddictionRecovery #LifeAfterPrison #SoberLiving #FaithAndRecovery #TransformationStories #OvercomingAddiction #Testimony #MentalHealthAwarenessSend us Fan Mail