Addiction Uncovered

From DUIs to Devotion | Jeremy & Valerie’s Sobriety & Marriage Story

Addiction Uncovered

Show Notes

Jeremy’s addiction began when he was just 12 years old, leading to DUIs, drug use, and countless broken promises. Valerie stood by him until she couldn’t anymore—delivering the ultimatum that changed everything.

In this Addiction Uncovered conversation, host Jill Nastase sits with Jeremy & Valerie Vargas to talk about recovery, faith, and the hard work of rebuilding trust in marriage. Their journey shows how love and commitment can overcome even the darkest chapters.

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Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:35 - History of Addiction & Recovery 00:18:58 - How Do You Build Your Life Back Up? 00:29:57 - Advice to Couples

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