RRP Episode 46 - Turning Trauma into Triumph with Terry Leckron-Myers & MHAAO

Show Notes for Episode 46: Terry Leckron-Myers

Title: RRP 46 - Turning Trauma into Triumph with Terry Leckron-Myers
Presenters: Peter and Julie
Length: 1 hour, 21 minutes

Key Points with Time Stamps:

• [00:01:00] Introduction to Terry and her nearly 30 years of recovery, highlighting her advocacy and leadership at MHAAO.
• [00:10:30] Terry’s early struggles, from adoption challenges to navigating trauma and addiction.
• [00:23:00] Finding recovery through NA and AA, and the pivotal role of her foster family in her transformation.
• [00:35:15] Transitioning to leadership in recovery advocacy, including her work with Central City Concern and MHAAO.
• [00:52:10] The evolution of peer-delivered services and their significance in recovery journeys.
• [01:05:20] Terry’s wisdom on living amends, addressing trauma, and finding joy in service.
• [01:18:10] Her advice to those struggling: "Don’t destroy yourself before the miracle happens."

Quote:
“Recovery is about doing better, being better, and finding joy in service to others.” —Terry Leckron-Myers

Links:

• Listening Link: https://mdcr1.com/46
• Blog Link: https://mdcr1.com/46b
• MHAAO: https://www.mhaoforegon.org/

Summary:
In this heartfelt episode, Terry Leckron-Myers shares her extraordinary journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a leader in the recovery community. With nearly three decades of sobriety, Terry offers profound insights into the power of community, peer support, and finding purpose in service to others. Her story is a testament to resilience, transformation, and hope.

Hashtags and Mentions:

#RealRecoveryPodcast #AddictionRecovery #MHAAO #PeerSupport #RecoveryJourney #HopeAndHealing @MHAAO