Episode 218 - Forged in the Fires Guest - Sara Correll

Published: Aug. 22, 2023, 3:46 p.m.

Sara Correll is a wife and mother of four sons who holds a Bachelor of Science degree from San Diego State University as well as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor Certification from UCSD Extension. Over the years, she has shared her time and talents with a number of non-profit organizations including San Diego Young Life,\xa0 The San Diego Rescue Mission,\xa0 The Salvation Army,\xa0 and has volunteered for many different projects in her community and fellowship.

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Through her experience as a drug and alcohol counselor to homeless men and convicted felons,\xa0 Sara saw firsthand the effect of trauma and the outcomes when it is not treated. During this time, she became a strong advocate for veterans when one Army veteran shared his story.\xa0 Eventually,\xa0 through a variety of partnerships and experiences,\xa0 \u201cThe Power of Our Story: Coffee and Conversation\u201d groups were formed.\xa0 These groups provide a way for veterans and first responders to share their story to find healing, community, and hope.\xa0 Sara's instructor at UCSD, retired Chief Petty Officer Paula Wold was a mentor in the arena of addiction and veterans, and consistently supported Sara on this journey of understanding and discovery.

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\nFind out more at https://www.thepowerofourstory.com/\n\nYouTube Channel: Sara Correll - The Power of Our Story
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMzmBm0cvhH69sIPUipsAGQ\n