Inspiring Stories of Recovery – Episode 5: Krista’s Story – From Jail to Redemption: A Journey of Sobriety and Loss

02/25/25 • 50 min

Krista's story is one of survival, resilience, and faith. She grew up in a loving family, but addiction took hold in her teenage years, leading her down a path of arrests, violence, and self-destruction. It wasn’t until she woke up in jail, covered in blood, facing 20 years in prison, that she realized she had hit rock bottom.

With nowhere else to turn, she found hope in a fellow inmate who introduced her to recovery. From there, Krista embarked on a long, painful, and ultimately redemptive journey. But sobriety didn’t come without its challenges—especially when she faced the devastating loss of the man she loved. Two years into her recovery, her fiancé, Brian, tragically passed away after a work accident. Holding his hand in the hospital, she had to find the strength to keep going without turning back to alcohol.

Now, 10 years sober, Krista shares how she navigated grief, relationships, and relapse in her loved ones, including her husband’s own battles with addiction. She talks about the power of faith-based recovery, her involvement in Celebrate Recovery and Recovery Alive, and how she’s using social media to connect with thousands who are still struggling.

Krista’s journey is proof that no matter how far you’ve fallen, there’s always a way back. If you or someone you love is battling addiction, this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and be inspired.

💙 If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available:
🔹 AA Online Meetings: https://aa-intergroup.org/meetings/
🔹 NA Online Meetings: https://virtual-na.org/
🔹 Crisis Support (988 Lifeline): https://988lifeline.org/
🔹 Recovery Alive (Faith-Based Recovery): https://RecoveryAlive.com

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Krista’s journey is proof that no matter how far you’ve fallen, there’s always a way back. If you or someone you love is battling addiction, this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and be inspired.

🎧 Listen to the Full Episode Here:
👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447201/episodes/16692091

🚀 Let’s break the stigma. Share this post to spread hope & awareness!

#Recovery #AddictionRecovery #SoberLiving #FaithBasedRecovery #RecoveryAlive #MentalHealth #OvercomingAddiction #SoberBarbie #Inspiration

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Inspiring Stories of Recovery – Episode 4: Nick’s Story – From Addiction to Leading the Recovery Movement

In this episode of Inspiring Stories of Recovery, host David S sits down with Nick Boatman, the President of Discovery Institute, to discuss his remarkable journey from addiction to leadership in the recovery industry. Nick opens up about his early struggles with substance use, the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, and his transformation into a leader in addiction treatment.

From childhood experiences in a small town in Illinois to overcoming severe opioid addiction, Nick shares the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and how he now dedicates his life to helping others find recovery. He also dives into the innovative work being done at Discovery Institute and his latest venture, Poplar Wellness, which integrates cutting-edge technology into behavioral health treatment.

This powerful and inspiring conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking hope, whether they are in recovery, supporting a loved one, or working in the addiction treatment field.

Tune in now and subscribe to Inspiring Stories of Recovery on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major platforms. If you or someone you love needs help, Discovery Institute is here to provide support and guidance.

If you or a loved one needs treatment reach out to Discovery Institute

24 hours a day 7 days a week @ 844 795 5384 or visit

https://www.discoverynj.org/admissions/

www.PoplarWellnessGroup.com
(888)-8-POPLAR

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🎙️ Inspiring Stories of Recovery – Episode 6: Rachel’s Journey from Addiction to Purpose

In this powerful episode of Inspiring Stories of Recovery, host David sits down with Rachel to share her incredible journey through addiction, recovery, and transformation. Rachel opens up about her struggles with substance use, the impact on her family, and the challenges of rebuilding her life as a mother.

From battling addiction in the 90s to becoming the founder of Another Day Clean, a recovery housing program with 29 homes, Rachel's story is one of resilience and hope. She discusses the importance of community support, the challenges of motherhood during addiction, and her commitment to helping others through her work in recovery houses.

If you or someone you know needs support, reach out to Rachel at (484) 369-3539 to learn more about Another Day Clean.

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💙 If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available:

🔹 Another Day Clean – anotherdayclean.com | 📞 (484) 369-3539
🔹 Victory Park Recovery Center – victoryparkrecovery.com | 📞 (484) 984-3401
🔹 AA Online Meetings: aa-intergroup.org/meetings/
🔹 NA Online Meetings: virtual-na.org/
🔹 Crisis Support (988 Lifeline): 988lifeline.org