Inside Austin's Homeless Population: Taking Action

Every day, thousands of people drive past Austin's homeless community without ever hearing the stories behind the faces

This week, friends like I Am Cricchi along with other members of the I Am Redemption community walked the streets of downtown Austin with one goal: to listen

We brought food, clothing, shoes, treats, and most importantly, our time

We sat down with men and women living on the streets to hear how they got there, the obstacles they continue to face, and what life is really like when the rest of the world keeps driving by

Their stories were raw, honest, heartbreaking, and filled with lessons many of us have never considered. From addiction and mental health struggles to impossible life circumstances, this episode shines a light on the humanity behind an issue that affects every major city in America

No matter how someone arrived on the streets, every person deserves dignity, compassion, and the opportunity to be heard

Our hope isn't simply to raise awareness. It's to inspire action. If this episode impacted you, we'd love to have you become part of the mission.

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This week's episode of I Am Redemption is one of our most unique and thought-provoking conversations yet

Our good friend Sheila Springer joins the show to share her incredible journey. If you've spent time with our community, you've probably seen Sheila at our Redemption Crew runs. Her love for people, community, health, and personal growth has made her a valued part of I Am Redemption

But before she found our community, Sheila was born and raised in Scientology

In this episode, we have an open, respectful conversation about what it was really like growing up in Scientology, how those experiences shaped her life, and many of the common misconceptions surrounding the Church of Scientology. Rather than relying on headlines or opinions, we hear directly from someone who lived it

We also discuss my own experience attending Narconon, a substance abuse treatment program based on the teachings of L. Ron Hubbard, and compare our perspectives on recovery, addiction, mental health, and personal responsibility

Throughout the conversation, Sheila shares her perspective on Scientology's views surrounding personal development, mental health, substance abuse, and the organization's efforts to improve the lives of its members and serve its communities. Whether you agree, disagree, or are simply curious, this episode is about listening to someone's story with respect and an open mind

At I Am Redemption, we believe people overcome adversity in many different ways. Whether that's faith, recovery, fitness, counseling, service, community, or another positive path, we support any modality that helps someone build a healthier, more purposeful life

Our mission is simple

Helping people overcome adversity through action, purpose, and community

If you enjoy conversations about overcoming adversity, addiction recovery, mental health, personal growth, resilience, faith, purpose, and the human experience, subscribe and join us every Tuesday for a new episode

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Fentanyl almost became the end of Clint Lewis' story

Instead, it became the beginning of a life built on recovery, faith, and purpose

I've known Clint for years. I first met him while he was in treatment and later had the opportunity to work with him during his early recovery as we trained together in the gym. Watching his journey unfold over the years was made for meaningful conversations that you will only find on I Am Redemption

In this episode Clint opens up about:

• How prescription pills eventually led him into fentanyl addiction
• Losing his sister and carrying that grief every day
• Rebuilding his relationship with God
• Learning to become the man his family deserves
• The influence of his father and why he continues striving to follow his example
• What recovery really looks like beyond simply getting sober

If you're battling addiction, grieving someone you love, or searching for hope, this conversation has GOT YOU!

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