SNEAK PEEK "RADICALLY HONEST: 10 TRUE PEER RECOVERY STORIES

STORY 1

A young woman grows up surrounded by her parents’ recreational drug use, eventually developing her own alcohol and drug problems while they descend into meth addiction. Rehab and peer recovery mentoring help her learn regulation techniques, spiritual principles, and skills for long-term sobriety

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STORY 2

A promising athlete’s sports injury leads to prescribed opioids, escalating into dependence, heroin, and fentanyl use. Peer recovery support and medically assisted treatment help him manage pain, address emotional triggers, and rebuild his life.

STORY 3

Raised in a free-spirited communal setting, a teenager experiences sexual trauma and turns to alcohol and drugs before pursuing legal emancipation. Pregnancy prompts her to commit to medically assisted treatment, Buddhist-inspired recovery, and sober parenting.

STORY 4

Growing up in severe poverty, a teenager is exposed to early alcohol use and few opportunities, motivating a dangerous migration for a better life. His path reflects determination shaped by cultural drinking norms and the pursuit of stability despite extreme hardship.

STORY 5

A successful professional conceals worsening alcohol dependence until health issues and broken relationships push them toward change. Guided by recovery peers, they build lasting sobriety and a new sense of purpose beyond career achievements.