Celebrating Recovery with Jackie Rose Rodriguez

Welcome to Inside Job—a podcast by offenders, for offenders. I’m your host, Cleve Bell, and today I’m joined by Jackie Rose Rodriguez.  

In this episode, Jackie opens up about her incredible journey of survival and resilience. From a challenging and tumultuous childhood, Jackie’s story evolves into one of profound transformation and healing. Today, she lives a life dedicated to helping and serving others, proving that strength and hope can emerge from even the darkest of beginnings.

Key Takeaways:

[1:30] Jackie shares about her childhood and upbringing.

[3:30] How was school for Jackie?

[5:58] What was the turning point for Jackie?

[8:04] How are you supposed to learn without role models?

[8:55] Jackie talks about the most valuable lessons she has learned.

[13:15] Jackie shares how therapy was helpful for her and her daughter.

[17:41] What would Jackie say to herself if she showed up in the group she now leads?

[18:08] What does Jackie think about the Steps and the Biblical principles in her journey?

[19:35] How valuable does Jackie find sponsors?

[21:21] What does “the process” mean to Jackie?

[24:42] As humans we tend to focus on what is wrong and forget that we have small victories throughout the day.

[28:08] Let God love you.

[29:45] How did Jackie come to the Faith?

[34.11] God is giving, loving, and more present than ever.

Learn More About Riverside House:

Riverside House is a nonprofit, government, and faith community partner. We have been active agents of change and sustained progress in the Miami area for more than three decades, helping tens of thousands walk a straight path into refashioned, sober, and spiritually upright lives as free citizens.

At Riverside House, we provide a critical relief valve during the transition of offenders from confinement to community. Our teams of well-credentialed and committed professionals support each man and woman who enters our doors in their unique, personal path to rehabilitation and recovery.

We are in the business of second chances, and we know that the consideration we extend to those most in need must be holistic in nature. We address the total person — mind, body, and spirit, attuned to the moral and material needs we all share.

"… Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me."

Matthew 25:40 (NIV)

To learn more visit riversidehouse.org

Email Jackie Rose Rodriguez at [email protected]

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