In Episode 71 of the "Fuck the Stigma" podcast, host Laisha Martinez sits down with Shelly, a courageous advocate who turned her personal tragedy into a mission of hope. Shelly shares the story of losing her brother to a heroin overdose laced with fentanyl—a devastating moment that changed her life forever. Through her grief, she found strength and purpose, launching a nonprofit in her brother's name dedicated to helping those struggling with addiction access the resources they need for recovery. Shelly opens up about her journey of processing loss, gaining a deeper understanding of addiction, and the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding substance use.

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