Husband and Wife Navigate Through Addiction

Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 56 | This episode of the 'Recovery Matters' podcast from CCAR features hosts Phil and Sandy Valentine engaging with Dimitri and Robin Bakes, a couple who navigated the tumultuous waters of addiction and recovery together. Dimitri shares his experiences with alcoholism, drug addiction, and multiple incarcerations while illustrating the pivotal role that Robin played in his path to recovery. The conversation explores their struggles, Dimitri's relapses, and eventual redemption, highlighting the supportive framework provided by CCAR and the importance of a loving partner in the recovery journey. 00:00 Introduction to the Recovery Matters Podcast00:27 Meet the Hosts: Phil and Sandy Valentine01:37 Introducing Robin and Dimitri Bakes03:08 Robin and Dimitri's Relationship Journey06:47 Dimitri's Early Life and Struggles14:40 Dimitri's Descent into Addiction25:47 Life in Prison and the Path to Recovery44:20 Reconnecting and Relapsing45:30 Rebuilding from Scratch46:06 Support and Milestones46:16 First Job After Recovery48:27 Relapse and Realization51:42 The Family Disease54:47 The Struggle with Secrecy58:44 The Turning Point01:01:05 Seeking Help and Treatment01:07:58 A New Path in Recovery01:10:44 Finding Purpose in Helping Others01:14:39 The Power of Support01:22:36 A Second Chance01:33:57 Conclusion and Gratitude ----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