Breaking the stigma: Counselor shares candid story of battling substance use

Grieving Out Loud: A Mother Coping with Loss in the Opioid Epidemic

English - April 05, 2023 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB - ★★★★★ - 59 ratings
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In this episode of Grieving Out Loud, we hear Brian Wall's story - a story of a promising college athlete with big dreams of making it to the Olympics and becoming an orthopedic surgeon. However, after experimenting with drugs, his dreams came crashing down as he found himself battling substance use disorder.

Despite the challenges he faced, Brian's recovery journey has brought him to a place where he can now help others struggling with addiction.

Join us as we listen to his inspiring story of resilience, hope, and dedication to helping those who are fighting similar battles.

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Wishing you faith, hope and courage!

Podcast producers:
Casey Wonnenberg & Anna Fey