From Federal Indictment to Freedom: Heron’s 30-Year Addiction Battle and Recovery Blueprint

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🎙️ Episode 13 | Let’s Do More Podcast
Title: From Federal Indictment to Freedom: Heron’s 30-Year Addiction Battle and Recovery Blueprint

In this gripping episode of the Let’s Do More podcast, host Chris Ruflin sits down with his friend Heron, a man who lived through 30 years of active addiction, federal indictment, homelessness, and deep personal struggle—and who today lives a life rooted in recovery, hope, and service.

Heron’s story isn’t just about addiction—it’s about survival against impossible odds. From facing federal charges to hitting rock bottom on the streets of Salt Lake City, Utah—armed with nothing but a samurai sword and desperation—Heron brings a brutally honest, unfiltered view into what the darkest corners of addiction look like.

But even more importantly, he shares what it really takes to recover.

This conversation is packed with real advice, practical resources, and hard-earned lessons for anyone battling addiction—or anyone who loves someone who is. If you feel lost, stuck, or hopeless, or if you’re searching for a roadmap to freedom, this episode could be the light you've been looking for.

💬 In this episode, we discuss:

• Heron’s early life and what led to over three decades of addiction
  
  
• What it was like being federally indicted and how that moment changed everything
  
  
• The chaos, violence, and near-death moments on the streets
  
  
• How recovery finally became possible—and what it actually looked like day by day
  
  
• Practical tips and resources for those struggling with addiction right now
  
  
• What real recovery feels like: from the first day sober to rebuilding your future
  
  
• How to rebuild trust, hope, and a meaningful life after losing everything
  
  

🌟 Key Takeaways:

• It’s never too late to start over—no matter how far you’ve fallen.
  
  
• Connection, community, and real resources are vital for sustainable recovery.
  
  
• Recovery is messy, non-linear, and deeply worth it.
  
  
• You don’t have to do it alone—and there’s real help out there.
  
  

🧠 Who this episode is for:

• Anyone battling addiction
  
  
• Families and friends seeking to understand recovery
  
  
• People curious about the realities of life on the streets and survival
  
  
• Anyone searching for hope, healing, or transformation after trauma
  
  

📚 Resources Mentioned:

• Recovery programs and support networks
  
  
• Hotlines and outreach organizations (you can add real ones if you want!)
  
  
• Tips for finding your first meeting, mentor, or sponsor
  
  
• Mental health and addiction counseling options
  
  

🎧 Tune in and share this episode with someone who might need it.
Every story of recovery is a story of hope—and every share could help save a life.

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