Send us a textWhat happens when the drugs you once craved become your worst nightmare? Michelle's powerful account of recovery from methamphetamine and cocaine addiction reveals the profound identity shift that true sobriety demands.Unlike typical recovery stories focused on willpower and daily resistance, Michelle describes a spiritual transformation that changed her relationship with substances entirely. Through vivid recollections of drug-induced paranoia, near-death experiences, and the gradual realization that the highs weren't worth the devastating lows, she maps her journey to becoming someone who genuinely doesn't want to use anymore.The turning point wasn't a program or intervention but a moment of clarity: "This only brings me misery and loss." Working with Narcotics Anonymous and developing her own spiritual practice, Michelle learned to recognize her self-centered thinking, take accountability for past behaviors, and prioritize the relationships she'd damaged. Rather than viewing herself perpetually as "an addict in recovery," she expanded into a new identity built on responsibility, trust, and presence.Most moving is her description of ordinary moments that now bring extraordinary fulfillment—arriving on time for her son's school pickup, having normal conversations with teachers, and simply showing up as the person her family needs her to be. These small victories represent a life transformation far more satisfying than any chemical high.Whether you're struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is, Michelle's story offers hope that recovery isn't just about fighting urges—it's about becoming someone new who walks a different path entirely. Have you experienced a similar transformation in your life? Share your journey and join our community of growth and healing.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow the links below for more! https://www.instagram.com/fitscapades https://patreon.com/fitscapades https://youtube.com/@fitscapades?si=hzhOJ8vjmjz5dAJy TikTok @fitscapades1 twitter/ X fitscapades

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