Listen "The story of Glen: Return to Recovery after Relapse"
Episode Synopsis
On this special episode of Voices of Recovery, we sit down with Glen—a former civil servant whose path took an unexpected turn when addiction brought his career in public service to an end. Yet, in losing one form of service, Glen discovered another: helping those who still struggle in active addiction.Glen’s journey to recovery began with a lifeline—a union representative who recognized his pain and guided him to a place where hope was possible. Embracing recovery, Glen poured himself into service, rising through the ranks and taking on leadership within the fellowship. But the disease of addiction is cunning, baffling, and insidious, and Glen’s journey would be tested by relapse.In this powerful and deeply honest episode, Glen shares what it was like to lose his way, the pain and lessons of relapse, and the moment he decided to return—fully, and with open eyes—to the path of recovery. He speaks candidly about how his disease got the best of him, and how getting clean meant coming clean, both with himself and with others.Today, Glen faces the future with newfound humility and hope, grounded in the fellowship and service that first gave him a second chance. His story is a testament to the power of honesty, the importance of support, and the promise that, no matter how far we fall, we can rise again.Join us as Glen shares his truth, his struggles, and his renewed sense of purpose on the Voices of Recovery podcast. This is a story about resilience, redemption, and the unwavering hope for a better tomorrow.
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