EPISODE · Sep 14, 2021 · 1H 19M
Half Dead at Birth, Fully Alive in Recovery: A Powerful Story of Addiction and Redemption
from Recovery Matters! Podcast · host Phil Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Herb "Half Crow" Boyd
Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 45 | Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 45 | Herb Boyd’s story is a powerful testament to overcoming addiction, incarceration, and adversity. A member of the Mashantucket Pequot tribe, Herb was given the tribal name "Half Crow" after surviving severe medical challenges at birth. Raised in New York City, he navigated the struggles of a broken home, a military career filled with highs and lows, and more than 20 years behind bars. Through recovery, he transformed his life, becoming an emergency department recovery coach dedicated to helping others. Herb reflects on mentors, including Art, his tribal heritage, and spiritual growth through the Bible and traditional teachings. His journey highlights unlearning destructive behaviors, embracing recovery, and rebuilding family bonds, while honoring the lessons of his Native American roots. 00:00 Welcome to Recovery Matters Podcast00:27 Phil and Sandy's Florida Adventure01:11 Meet Herb Half Crow Boyd02:12 Herb's Early Life and Challenges03:08 Herb's Connection with Phil and Art04:58 Family and Recovery07:30 Growing Up in New York City17:31 Joining the Military20:36 Life in the Marine Corps31:53 Struggles with Addiction39:47 Emotional Reflections on Fatherhood40:25 Reconnecting with Family42:25 Spiritual Guidance and Recovery49:25 Blending Cultural and Spiritual Teachings50:46 A Journey Through Work and Incarceration01:09:08 Finding Purpose in Recovery Coaching01:16:02 Concluding Thoughts and Future Aspirations ----Across the Web----🌎 CCAR Website https://www.ccar.us✉️ Donate: https://ccar.us/donate/🎙Recovery Matters Podcast (Apple Music): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...🎙Recovery Matters Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/1wGUMMO...🗣Recovery Matters Podcast TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoverymatterspodcast?🗣Recovery Matters Podcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/recoverymatterspodcast/🗣CCAR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CCAR4Recovery📸CCAR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccar4recovery🐦CCAR Twitter: https://twitter.com/ccar4recovery
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Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 45 | Herb Boyd shares his transformative journey from a tumultuous childhood, time in the military, and struggles with addiction and incarceration to finding recovery and becoming an emergency department recovery coach, highlighting his growth and the impactful connections he's made along the way.
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