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In this inspiring episode of The Begin Again Podcast, host Gary Menkes sits down with Steve Adami, executive director of The Way Out Recovery initiative with the Salvation Army in San Francisco. Steve opens up about his powerful journey from addiction, crime, and repeated jail time to becoming a leader in recovery and rehabilitation programs. After spending over two decades in and out of prison, Steve experienced a life-changing transformation during his last sentence in 2010. Through faith, twelve-step programs, and sheer determination, he turned his life around, earning a master’s degree and dedicating himself to helping others.

Steve shares how his work at The Way Out focuses on addressing the homelessness and addiction crisis in San Francisco. His programs provide real-time access to recovery services, residential treatment, and long-term housing for those who need it most. Steve also discusses the challenges of balancing government and donor funding while maintaining the values of a faith-based organization.

Tune in to hear Steve’s heartfelt story of resilience, faith, and transformation as he sheds light on the importance of recovery programs in San Francisco and beyond.

About Steve Adami:

Steve Adami is the executive director of The Way Out Recovery initiative at the Salvation Army in San Francisco. After spending years in and out of jail due to addiction and crime, Steve transformed his life through faith and recovery. He now leads comprehensive recovery programs that focus on rehabilitation, reentry services, and homelessness solutions. His work has made a significant impact in San Francisco, where he advocates for effective alternatives to the city's housing-first model.

Follow Steve’s journey and initiatives on his website: https://www.steveadami.com/
Explore The Way Out: https://westernusa.salvationarmy.org/san_francisco/the-way-out/
Connect on Twitter: @TheWayOutSF, @salvationarmysf, @SteveAdami

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In this powerful episode of The Begin Again Podcast, host Gary Menkes talks with Suki Jones, author of Sea, Swallow Me, about her intense journey through addiction, trauma, and recovery. Suki opens up about her early experiences with substance abuse, including her struggles with alcohol, prescription drug addiction, and eating disorders. She recounts the emotional toll of growing up with an alcoholic father and codependent mother, and how these experiences led her down a path of self-destruction.

Suki candidly shares her battle with prescription medications like codeine and Fioricet, doctor shopping, and the fear of leaving her children motherless. Through her recovery, she found strength in twelve-step programs and a supportive community, which helped her regain control of her life. Now sober, Suki is working on her second book and continues to inspire others with her story of resilience.

Gary and Suki discuss the importance of trust, accountability, and the transformative power of sobriety. This episode offers hope and encouragement to anyone struggling with addiction, showing that recovery is possible with the right support.

About Suki Jones:

Suki Jones is an author, advocate, and recovery warrior who has overcome addiction and trauma to build a life of resilience and healing. Through her personal experiences with alcohol, prescription drugs, and eating disorders, Suki shares her story to inspire others on their path to sobriety. Her journey emphasizes the power of community, twelve-step programs, and personal growth. Suki is also working on her second book while continuing to speak about her recovery and the strength it has brought her.

Follow Suki on Instagram for updates: https://www.instagram.com/suki_jones/
Check out her book Sea, Swallow Me on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sea-Swallow-Me-Suki-Jones-ebook/dp/B0BWQZRRFV

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In this heartfelt episode of The Begin Again Podcast, host Gary Menkes sits down with Paulette Kengg, author of Spirit Led Sobriety, to explore her incredible journey from the depths of alcohol addiction to spiritual freedom. Paulette opens up about her battle with alcohol, which began as a way to cope with insomnia and personal trauma but quickly spiraled into a destructive dependence. She shares the emotional toll it took on her life, including failed recovery attempts, morning drinks of Jack Daniels, and a near-death experience involving alcohol and Ambien.

Paulette’s story is one of transformation and resilience, finding her path to sobriety through faith, neuroplasticity, and a deep commitment to spiritual growth. In this episode, she discusses the importance of spirituality in her recovery and the role of daily practices like prayer and gratitude journaling. Gary and Paulette reflect on the challenges of addiction and the incredible freedom that sobriety brings. Paulette’s powerful story offers hope to those battling addiction and inspires others to find their own path to recovery.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation filled with wisdom, faith, and the undeniable strength of the human spirit.

About Paulette Kengg:

Paulette Kengg is the author of Spirit Led Sobriety and a dedicated advocate for addiction recovery through spiritual healing. After overcoming her own battle with alcohol addiction, Paulette now shares her story to inspire others on their journey to sobriety. Through her book and her recovery community, she offers guidance and support for those seeking a faith-based path to freedom from addiction. Her mission is to show that through spirituality, personal growth, and resilience, true recovery is possible.

Follow Paulette on Instagram: @spiritledsobriety22 and join her recovery community on Facebook: Spirit Led Sobriety.

Check out her book Spirit Led Sobriety on Amazon: Spirit Led Sobriety by Paulette Kengg.

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