How do you get sober and stay sober after tragedy and loss? Parker Ellison had to answer that question for himself after losing his brother Chase to a fatal fentanyl overdose. In this episode, he shares his powerful story of faith and recovery, his insight, and hope.
This conversation is especially relevant to those in recovery, individuals with family in recovery or active addiction, individuals dealing with grief or loss, and anyone facing their own battles with substance use or life's challenges in general.
Silverladder website: https://silverladder.com/blog/
My story (Shane/host): https://silverladder.com/blog/?page_id=963
Intro voice-over artist: Lisa Long
Resources:
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
Crisis Text Line: Text "Home" to 741741
Mental / Behavioral Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.gov/
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