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September 2, 2024 36 mins

With more than four years of hard-won sobriety, Ryan Penley has transformed his life’s adversities into valuable lessons for those still struggling with addiction.

There were a couple of years when Ryan begged for it to be over. His mother sent him to jail and accused him of trying to murder her. Ryan was homeless. Now, looking back, he realizes he was creating a testimony. But at the time he just wanted out and his life to be over.
 
Then he woke up out of a coma and WOW – what a transformation. He is a beacon of hope for those still battling their demons and demonstrates that from the depths of despair – it is indeed possible to forge a life filled with purpose and joy.

Ryan shares his story of how he came from the pit to a life that is unimaginably blessed –exceeding even his own expectations.

Are you feeling isolated, grappling with shame, and struggling to maintain your dignity due to alcohol or drugs?
 
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