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EPISODE · Mar 25, 2025 · 25 MIN

Overdose Shut Down His Heart 3 Times- Addiction Nearly Killed Him

from Recovery Matters! Podcast · host Connecticut Community For Addiction Recovery (CCAR)

Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 171 | Taylor opens up about growing up in a home surrounded by substance use, the struggles of feeling unworthy, and the choices that led him deeper into addiction. He shares the harsh realities of hitting rock bottom, losing his father, and the moments that finally pushed him to embrace recovery. From living in a crack house to opening a sober home, Taylor’s transformation is nothing short of inspiring. His raw honesty and powerful insights offer hope to anyone struggling with addiction. 00:00 – Introduction and host introductions00:27 – Taylor’s childhood: Growing up in a chaotic, addiction-filled home01:56 – Experimenting with drugs and alcohol at a young age03:13 – Homelessness, survival, and falling deeper into addiction04:48 – The devastating loss of his father and the impact on his substance use06:51 – Repeated arrests, consequences, and the inability to see the problem08:35 – Realizing he wasn’t fooling anyone—his wake-up moment10:17 – Early recovery attempts: Trying to control his use and failing12:36 – The shift in mindset that finally led to real change13:09 – Entering a sober house and learning what true recovery looks like13:39 – A heartbreaking overdose that became a turning point14:45 – The role of meetings, sponsorship, and building a strong network17:02 – Opening a sober house and helping others find recovery20:51 – Relapse, near death, and the lesson that changed everything23:35 – Letting go of ego, chasing true fulfillment, and embracing a new way of life ----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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