I Thought Prison Was My Only Way Out | How Addiction Led Me to 15 Years in Prison

Jason Brewer’s story is one of the darkest we’ve ever shared.

After experiencing severe trauma as a child, Jason spiraled into addiction, violence, and eventually a life of crime. What started as drinking and drugs quickly escalated into armed robberies, crack addiction, and a path that led him to serve over a decade in prison.

In this interview, Jason opens up about:

• The childhood trauma that changed everything
• His descent into drugs, violence, and crime
• Robbing gas stations to fuel his addiction
• The moment he knew his life was over
• What prison was really like
• How he finally turned his life around

This is a raw, unfiltered conversation about addiction, consequences, and redemption.

If you or someone you love is struggling, there is a way out.

If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction or mental health, you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out to my partners at Compassion Behavioral Health. They offer individualized care and a full continuum of treatment. Call or Text: 844-443-5669 Visit: https://compassionbehavioralhealth.com/?utm_source=rise%20above%20with%20kevin%20lanning&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=april

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