15 Years Sober: Jessica's Wild Ride Through Addiction, Relapse & Recovery

In this powerful episode of Alive & Sober with Reno Collier, Reno sits down with guest Jessica to share raw, honest stories of addiction, recovery, and faith. Jessica opens up about her journey from early substance abuse, losing jobs, and hitting multiple rock bottoms. She discusses the realities of relapse, the struggle to maintain her nursing career, and the hard-won lessons of rigorous honesty and accountability. Together, Reno and Jessica explore the unique ways addicts think, the importance of community and fellowship in recovery, and the transformative power of faith and service.Take action with the 4 R’s:Read: Dive into the Bible—consider passages like Romans 12:2 (“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”) to reflect on personal transformation.Reflect: Think about how addiction distorts our thinking and how faith and community can renew our minds and hearts. What patterns do you need to break? Where do you need God’s help?Respond: Pray—“God, help me to be honest with myself and others. Give me the strength to seek help, to stay connected, and to trust You with my recovery. Thank You for the gift of new beginnings.”Reveal: Share your story or a word of encouragement with someone struggling. Demonstrate the truth of transformation by reaching out, offering support, or inviting someone to a meeting.If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, this episode offers hope, practical wisdom, and a reminder that you’re not alone. Recovery is possible—one day at a time—with honesty, faith, and community.Keywords: addiction recovery, sobriety, faith and recovery, Reno Collier, Jessica, Alive & Sober, 12 steps, honesty in recovery, relapse, recovery stories, Christian recovery, mental health, overcoming addiction, AA, NA, recovery meetings, spiritual growth, Bible, prayer, transformation, community support, sponsorship, nursing and addiction, personal testimony, hope, inspiration, recovery podcast