Tragedy to Triumph with Aaron Laine

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Tragedy to Triumph with Aaron Laine

Recovery podcast that focuses on stories from people who've struggled with addiction and changed their lives for the better.

Each story is unedited, unfiltered, and unapologetic- Changing the narrative of what Recovery looks like.

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12/19/2024

8 years ago… December 19, 2016 was the last time I used drugs to escape my life and I never want to forget why.

Earlier that morning I was given another chance at treatment but still wasn’t convinced I deserved it. Even after being told by Judge Kim Burke that she had hope for me, it didn’t matter. I hated myself… I was still dealing with terrible withdrawal symptoms from using fentanyl that entire year and I just wanted some relief.

After getting back to my cell and knowing I’d be going to treatment the next day, I aimed to find some drugs and trade all of my jail commissary if I had to.

Unfortunately the only thing I could get was another inmates psych meds and quickly traded for $10 worth of snack cakes, chips, and slim Jim’s.

Now with this crushed up cocktail of buspar, Wellbutrin, and elavil I went back to my cell, shut the door, and snorted a line off my desk.

In less than 15 minutes my head started pounding, sweat poured from my face, and as a wave of nausea came over me I decided to lay down. This was NOT what I hoped for at all. This was terrible and arguably the worst I had felt my entire time in jail.

Around the same time my mom was saying a prayer she had recited many times that year. “Lord if you can’t fix him, take him.”

As she puts it, “The hardest, most heartfelt prayer I have ever prayed. I just gave your future over to him completely.“

We both did mom. Thank you for never giving up on me and thank God for giving me a future.

12/05/2024

★★★★★ I love Decoach they saved my life when I didn’t think it was possible. The staff there are amazing and very understanding. I will forever be grateful for them!

09/13/2024

What an amazing young woman.

⭐️Recovery Month Spotlight: Julia Perry

“In my year and 3 months of working at DeCoach, I’ve been asked countless times about my age—what brought me to this field at just 19 years old? The truth is, I’ve been around addiction my entire life. From the moment I was born, drug use was present. Both of my parents were deep into their addiction before I even came into this world. My childhood was spent in the backseat of cars while drug deals went down and I found myself cleaning up prepped needles. I watched my father overdose twice and more than I’d like to admit. It broke my heart but it also broke me.

My own drug use began when I was just 12, smoking w**d after school as a way to escape the pain of my family life. By 8th grade, I was taking Adderall, and I fell into a dangerous cycle of addiction. Freshman year, it escalated to oxy, Percocet, and mostly Xanax. I was in a cycle that I had seen so much, but couldn’t escape. I didn’t know how.

By my junior year, I hit rock bottom. After days of withdrawal and isolation, I tried to end my life on September 14, 2021. Thankfully, I had a moment of clarity and reached out to my therapist, who saved my life.

After seven days inpatient, I was put on medication that truly changed my life. I went straight into detox and completed 6 months of intensive treatment, followed by outpatient services.

I’ve been in recovery ever since! That day I left the hospital, I made a promise to myself that I would never become that person again.

Last October, I lost a close friend to a fentanyl overdose. His name was Fox. He had an appointment to come to DeCoach on October 24th, but he passed away before he made it.

That loss ignited a fire🔥 in me that will never go out.

Every day I come to work and I know that I could be saving someone’s life. My job gives me purpose, motivation, and fulfillment. If my words can help someone step off that ledge, I know I’m doing what I was meant to do.”

Let’s show Julia some love for sharing about her life, her struggles, and her recovery. Addiction doesn’t care how old you are, who your parents are, or what you do for a living. It doesn’t discriminate…

It’s not an easy thing to share so openly with the world, but we’re incredibly proud of Julia for being so open and honest. We’re also proud she’s on our team.

She is the DeCoach Difference. 💯

09/04/2024

09/03/2024

⭐️ Recovery Month Spotlight: Eric Ravenscraft, Director of Operations

In the early stages of my recovery, I was a client, much like those we serve at Ohio Recovery Campus. I don’t remember the specific details like the menu, my bed assignment, or the daily schedule. What I do remember are the people! The compassionate individuals who took the time to care, to listen, and to guide me. These people were more than just employees, they showed me what recovery looked like and helped me begin to find myself.

Their genuine concern and support were life-changing to me. They taught me that recovery is not just about breaking free from addiction but about discovering who you are and who you can become. They showed me that I wasn’t alone, that I mattered, and that I had the strength within me to overcome anything.

This experience ignited something within me—a passion for the work we do every day. It’s why I share my story with our clients, hoping to inspire and reassure them that recovery is possible. I want them to know that they can do it too and build a life they’re proud of.

Today, I am honored to be part of a team that continues to make a difference in the lives of those seeking help.

Everyday we strive to provide the same level of care and support that I received, understanding that it’s the people, not the specifics, that truly make a difference. Our work is not just about treatment… it’s about fostering hope, resilience and commitment.

I am filled with gratitude for those who helped me on my journey and for the opportunity to give back. To anyone reading this who is in the early stages of their recovery, remember: You are not alone, you are valued, and your journey is just beginning.

Recovery is possible and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Let’s show Eric some love in the comments for his dedication to those we serve and his willingness to share. He is the DeCoach Difference. 💯

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