In this special episode, Voices of Recovery opens its July “Incarceration in Recovery” series with the extraordinary story of Gigi—a woman whose journey is a testament to the strength it takes to stay clean through life’s most difficult storms.

Gigi shares her experience growing up as a disabled child, how her deafness shaped her world and sense of self, and how challenges with self-esteem followed her into adulthood. Years of justifying her addiction through cancer treatments and multiple weight-loss surgeries only deepened her denial, until a heartbreaking tragedy involving her husband finally made her confront the truth.

The path to recovery was far from easy. The first fifty days, filled with "feelings" felt insurmountable. After a painful relapse, Gigi recommitted herself to recovery with unwavering determination. She found new purpose in selfless service, rising to become a respected and trusted servant on a 24/7 virtual platform of Narcotics Anonymous, giving back to the very community that supported her during her desperation during COVID times.

But Gigi’s strength would be tested again.

Her husband’s recent relapse and impending incarceration have turned her world upside down, threatening not just her emotional and spiritual wellbeing, but her financial independence and sense of security. She courageously discusses the ripple effects of incarceration—not only on the person inside, but on those left behind. Gigi opens up about the difficulty of sharing her struggles within her community, the fear of judgment, and the heavy burden she carries as a loved one facing such profound uncertainty.

Through it all, Gigi’s commitment to her recovery remains unshaken. She credits her continued clean time to the fellowship, her support network, and a willingness to surrender her fears and pain to a higher power. Her story is a powerful reminder that recovery is not just about starting over—it’s about finding the strength to stay the course, even when life throws its hardest challenges.

From laughter to tears, Gigi's powerful and passionate testimony fully demonstrates her personality and strength exhibited in times of trial and tribulation.

Join us for a deeply moving conversation about resilience, faith, and the hope that can be found on the other side of adversity. Gigi’s journey is one of perseverance and the unbreakable spirit that keeps her clean, one day at a time.