samanthabushika

Samantha is a dedicated advocate for addiction recovery, a harm reductionist, drug war veteran, and an overdose survivor with almost eight years of radiant recovery. She is the CEO and founder of the addiction recovery and personal development blog, Progressing Not Perfecting. As a Shatterproof Ambassador, a member of NAADAC, Safespot Overdose Prevention Helpline Representative, and a Sober Curator, Samantha works tirelessly to be a beacon of hope and support for all those whose lives have been touched by addiction and mental illness, proving to the world that change is indeed possible. As a certified professional coach, Samantha combines personal understanding with professional expertise to provide compassionate, non-judgmental support and life-saving assistance to individuals and families affected by mental illness and substance use disorder. She is committed to building a community that shares this supportive ethos. Samantha firmly believes in the power of harm reduction and strives to positively impact the lives of those struggling with addiction. She is dedicated to helping individuals find the resources and support they need, whether they are actively using or on their journey toward recovery, offering hope and a listening and understanding ear when it's needed most. A passionate advocate for harm reduction, overdose prevention, and the well-being of those affected by addiction having lost many loved ones in the war on drugs and Samantha fights to make a difference and make it count for those lost. Samantha also embraces multiple roles in her life. She is a coach, entrepreneur, mother of two, investor (and crypto enthusiast), homeowner, gardener, advocate, blogger, business owner, and stigma fighter. Samantha fights for those who have to fight for everything others receive freely. Her unwavering commitment to saving lives, offering support, and providing resources makes her an invaluable asset to the addiction recovery community. Follow Samantha's journey and be inspired by her relentless dedication to making a difference in the world of addiction recovery.