Barbara Hill’s Recovery StoryBarbara Hill’s journey to recovery began at her lowest point—living in her mother’s house, feeling completely defeated by addiction. “My kids and I were staying at my mom’s place, and I was overwhelmed by the weight of my addiction,” Barbara recalls. “I had been off heroin three times before but didn’t understand that one was too many and a thousand was never enough.”
One bad decision led to a ten-year spiral of addiction, ending with six months in prison. It wasn’t until a friend introduced her to Haymarket that she finally saw a way out. “I walked into detox on October 18, 1992, and that was the start of my new life,” Barbara says. This date would mark the beginning of her incredible 32-year journey of sobriety.
A New Way of Life
For Barbara, recovery is more than just staying clean—it’s a way of life. “I’ve been clean for over 32 years, and my life is full of blessings,” she shares. “I have amazing friends, and we travel, work, and make meetings together.” The support of her fellowship and the friendships she built have been essential to her long-term recovery.
But Barbara’s journey didn’t stop with her own recovery. She felt a strong calling to give back. “I serve on convention committees, work with my sponsor and support group, and help others find their path to recovery,” she explains. Service to others has become a cornerstone of her life, allowing her to share the hope she has found.
Faith as a Foundation
Barbara credits her faith as the foundation of her recovery. “Most of all, I owe my life to the God of my understanding,” she says with gratitude. Her faith has given her the strength to face challenges and remain grounded in her recovery.
A Message of Hope
To anyone still struggling with addiction, Barbara’s message is simple but powerful: “Don’t give up—it’s easier to stay here than it is to get here.” Her journey proves that no matter how low you fall, there is always a way back. With faith, support, and the willingness to keep showing up, a new life is possible.
Barbara’s story is a reminder that recovery is a lifelong journey but one that’s worth every step. Her strength and commitment to helping others inspire hope for anyone seeking a way out of addiction.
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