My Life on PCP: Escaping a Life of Addiction

Alexis Nicole overcame addiction and transformed her life. Alexis discusses her early struggles growing up in a middle-class family, experiencing bullying, early exposure to drugs and alcohol, and the subsequent spiral into deeper substance use. She delves into significant turning points, including encounters with domestic violence, substance use, and homelessness. Through the support of a rehab program and her newfound spirituality, Alexis found strength in recovery. She talks about her path to becoming a recovery coach and her commitment to helping others in the Hartford community. Alexis' story is one of resilience, faith, and the importance of taking life one day at a time. She emphasizes the necessity of therapy, community support, and a passion for helping others on their recovery journey.

00:00 Introduction and Host Background

00:29 Guest's Early Life and Family

01:43 First Encounters with Substances

03:13 Escalation and Teenage Years

04:36 High School and Relationship Troubles

05:55 Diving Deeper into Drug Use

07:15 The PCP Era

08:58 Realizing the Problem

14:02 Hitting Rock Bottom

15:48 Entering Rehab: The First Steps

16:09 Realizing the Problem

16:35 Finding Motivation and Support

17:06 A New Relationship and Pregnancy

18:13 Completing the Program and Moving Forward

19:03 Building a New Life

20:38 Starting a Career in Recovery

21:32 Balancing Work and Personal Life

23:19 The Importance of Persistence

25:54 Living a Fulfilling Life

29:20 Advice for Those Struggling

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