How Addiction Has Saved My Life: An Inspiring Story Through Recovery

How Addiction Has Saved My Life: An Inspiring Story Through Recovery

A former Banyan Treatment Centers patient shares her story of addiction and how recovery has changed her life. Everyone experiences a unique path towards sobriety and the goal at Banyan is to always reach long-term recovery. Our drug and alcohol treatment center can help any struggling individual truly recover from any addiction.

Q: When did you realize it was time to get sober?
A: At my first time at Banyan Treatment Centers I was there for Mother’s Day. I hadn’t spoken to my mom in nine months. I called her, she gave me genuine love for the first time. She said Erin, I love you so much. I pray for you every day, but you’re breaking my heart. I don’t know how to fix you or help you. Then I got out of Banyan and I did the same thing I had done all of the other times. Doing Erin’s anonymous. Dating sugar daddies and losing myself. I was on a date and ended up getting raped at gun point. That was it, I knew I wanted to live. I reached out and came back to Banyan. I then went to California and really worked on myself.

Q: Did your friends and family try to help you get sober?
A: Kind of, my family doesn’t really support me.

Q: What does your sobriety mean to your family?
A: Nothing they are not supportive. And they don’t understand.

Q: What does your sobriety mean to you?
A: Everything, it’s a new life to me. I missed my baby sister’s wedding to stay in treatment and get the help I needed.

Q: How has sobriety improved your life?
A: I actually live life and enjoy living. I’m not just existing and miserable waiting for my next high to kill me.

Q: What has been the most challenging aspect of your journey?
A: Boundaries with my family. My parents love to control and meddle in my life. I have come to the conclusion (it took 15 years at least to realize) that my parents are not going to change, EVER. I have changed, and that’s awesome, but I can’t expect my family and parents to.

Q: Do you encounter triggers for relapse? How do you handle this?
A: Yes, I encounter triggers for relapse. I play the tape through. I call my supports. I treat myself to something sweet. I do something physical. I look at pictures of my nephew and boyfriend. I remember how I felt when I used to get high, and the hard uphill battle I have climbed and continue to climb. I do something for someone else. I go to a meeting and LISTEN to others share their experience, strength, and hope! I cook and or bake from scratch. I feel whatever emotions I am feeling and then move on. GET OFF MY PITTY POT!!

Q: What’s one of the biggest benefits of sobriety?
A: I have a life I NEVER thought I would have, or thought I deserved. I can be true to myself.

At Banyan Treatment Center, we guide our patients every step of the way to ensure a successful outcome. You too can have your own story of hope and success. Our addiction treatment services can change your life for the better. Call us today at 888-280-4763.

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“It’s very exciting to have a platform to share a message of hope through this new radio show Faith in Recovery,” says Acampora, “It’s my prayer that it will touch those whose lives have been shattered by addiction and provide an opportunity for God’s powerful transforming power to be put on display.”

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The Faith in Recovery Program at Banyan Treatment Center was formed in 2015 and has since helped countless individuals find the faith and courage to overcome addiction. Faith and Recovery is a comprehensive, Christian-based program that is God-centered, focusing on the Christian principles and spiritual approach to treating addiction and mental health issues.

“Anthony is eager to help people get the help they need, and we are honored to have this show airing on our station,” says Adam Wattenbarger, Station Manager at AM 970 FaithTalk Atlanta.

Faith in Recovery with Anthony Acampora premiers on January 13, 2018 and will air weekly. Tune in to AM 970 FaithTalk Atlanta every Saturday morning at 9:30am, or at 2pm on Saturday afternoons to listen on 94.9FM/AM 950 The Word Orlando.

If you or a loved one are struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, Banyan can help. Call to get help now (954) 866-5243.

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