RRP Episode 65 – Tristan S: Strength in the Scars—Seven Overdoses and the Road to Recovery5/29/2025
From addiction and homelessness to service and sobriety, Tristan’s story shows the power of daily surrender and hard-won resilience.
In episode 65 of the Real Recovery Podcast, we sit down with Tristan S., a courageous young man whose journey through addiction, trauma, and homelessness nearly ended in tragedy—but ultimately led to transformation. At just 29 years old, Tristan has survived more than most endure in a lifetime. His scars, both visible and hidden, tell a story of pain, perseverance, and profound hope.
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