My Wake-Up Call Came in Prison | A Conversation on Addiction

In this compelling episode of the Recovery Matters podcast, host TJ engages in an inspiring conversation with Craig M., a person in recovery who has been clean since April 19th, 2018. Craig shares raw and heartfelt details about his tumultuous past, including his discovery of being adopted, struggles with addiction, and multiple incarcerations. This story highlights the transformative power of recovery, the importance of building a supportive network, and the profound realizations that led Craig to embrace a new life. His journey from darkness to redemption is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the impact of a strong recovery community. 00:00 Introduction to TJ and Craig's Recovery Journey 01:08 Craig's Early Life and Adoption Revelation 03:57 Descent into Addiction and Legal Troubles 05:57 Struggles with Recovery and Relapse 09:59 Turning Point in Prison 19:05 Life in Prison and Recovery Program 24:51 Struggling with Addiction in Prison 25:44 A Turning Point: April 19th, 2018 27:04 Rejoining the Recovery Program 28:07 Fighting for Health and Recovery 28:58 Discovering CCAR and Peer Mentorship 30:29 Creating a New Life Plan 35:00 Overcoming Temptations and Staying Clean 43:22 The Importance of a Strong Network 44:38 Conclusion and Reflections ----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 TikTok https://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