RCVR Stories
RCVR Stories — Real People. Real Recovery. Real Hope.
RCVR Stories is the evolution of what began as The Begin Again Podcast.
Same mission. Same heart. Bigger purpose.
Hosted by Gary Menkes — sober since 2006, founder of the recovery lifestyle brand RCVR, and believer that every comeback story deserves to be heard — this podcast shares unfiltered conversations with people who have rebuilt their lives through recovery.
Each week, we explore stories of addiction, transformation, resilience, mental health, and the powerful truth that you are not alone.
From athletes and artists to entrepreneurs, creators, and everyday heroes, RCVR Stories shines a light on the voices that prove recovery is not just possible — it’s extraordinary.
This is more than a podcast.
This is a movement.
A tribe of a million comebacks.
Welcome to RCVR Stories.
RCVR Stories
🧘♀️EP49- Michelle Curial: From the Shadows of Addiction to a Life of Sobriety
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In this riveting episode, join Gary Menkes as he sits down with Michelle Curial, an inspiring woman who has battled and overcome substance addiction.
Michelle bravely shares her journey from a strict religious upbringing, through her struggle with drugs, alcohol, and prescription medications, to her triumphant recovery. She vividly recounts her rebellious teenage years, her chase for fame in Los Angeles, and her descent into the grip of crack cocaine and heroin addiction.
Listen as she details her harrowing experiences, from living on a trap house floor to multiple overdoses and hospitalizations, before her transformative journey through rehab. Michelle emphasizes the powerful role of self-awareness, the 12-step program, and the concept of 'one day at a time' in her recovery. She also discusses her work with the Breathe and Rise Collective on Patreon, where she guides individuals through detoxing their senses and subconscious reprogramming.
This episode is a powerful testament to Michelle's courage, resilience, and her commitment to helping others on their path to sobriety. Join us for this raw, honest, and deeply moving conversation about overcoming addiction and embracing change.
ABOUT MICHELLE CURIAL:
Michelle Curial is a courageous woman who has faced and overcome the challenges of substance abuse. Her journey, which began with a strict religious upbringing and a sense of loneliness, led her down a path of addiction. After struggling with drugs, alcohol, and prescription medications, Michelle turned her life around and has been sober since August 2019. Today, she is a beacon of hope, sharing her personal experiences and insights to help others battling similar issues.
Michelle has utilized her compelling story to create platforms of support and guidance for others on their journey to recovery. She runs a YouTube channel, 'The Sobriety Playbook', where she discusses Alcoholics Anonymous literature and her own path to sobriety. Additionally, Michelle works with the Breathe and Rise Collective on Patreon, guiding individuals through detoxing their senses and reprogramming the subconscious mind. Her Instagram, also under 'The Sobriety Playbook', offers further resources and inspiration for those seeking help.
Follow Michelle Curial on her journey and be a part of her supportive community:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesobrietyplaybook/
- Poplme: https://poplme.co/hash/jU7Mp7bB/1/s
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesobrietyplaybook
- Patreon (Breathe and Rise Collective)
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