Corey Warren: Overcoming Addiction, Seizure Recovery, and Finding Purpose
Join us on this episode of Recoverycast as Brittani Baynard speaks with Corey Warren, founder of Rise Recovery Community, who shares his incredible journey through addiction, prison, and relapse. Corey recounts the powerful moment he realized he needed help after an alcohol-induced seizure, and his struggle with heroin and alcohol from a young age. Discover how Corey transformed his life, creating a supportive community for those in recovery, and learn about his inspiring story of resilience, faith, and the power of never giving up. This episode is packed with raw, real-life experiences and valuable insights into the challenging but rewarding path of addiction recovery.
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00:00 A Night to Forget: Alcohol-Induced Seizure
00:43 Introduction to Recovery Cast
01:26 Corey Warren’s Journey Begins
02:21 First Encounter with Addiction
02:44 High School Struggles and Rehab
05:25 The Descent into Crime
07:00 Realization and Recovery
08:22 The Role of Alcohol
15:07 Finding Support in AA
21:03 Rise Recovery Community: A New Beginning
26:06 Straight Talk: Reaching Out to Youth
26:28 Upcoming Plans and Reflections on Recovery
26:49 The Tattoo Shop Success Story
27:22 Balancing Business and Recovery
28:24 The Downfall Begins
29:08 Relapse and Its Consequences
33:03 The Road to Redemption
38:05 Embracing Faith and Community
42:26 Navigating Social Media and Authenticity
53:58 Advice for Those Struggling
57:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts