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Ex-Cocaine Addict Gives Inside Look at 10 Years in a Medium Security Prison | Cassandra Degraw

Cassandra DeGraw's life took a dark turn when addiction led her down an unexpected path. After struggling with cocaine abuse, she was sentenced to 10 years in a medium-security prison, where she had to fight for survival, redemption, and a second chance at life. Following her release, Cassandra built a huge social media following, captivating millions with raw and unfiltered prison stories. But at the height of her online success, she made the bold decision to walk away from it all to refind herself and start a new journey. In this episode, she opens up about the harsh realities of prison life, the struggles of addiction and recovery, the pressures of social media fame, and what it truly takes to start over

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Cassie's Journey Back to Social Media

00:04:15 The Journey to Self-Care and Wholeness

00:08:45 Unexpected Path to Addiction

00:13:08 Overcoming Addiction: A Personal Journey

00:17:56 From Addiction to Crime: A Personal Story

00:21:56 Initial Arrest and Felony Charges

00:26:31 From County Jail to Prison: A Better Experience?

00:31:02 Parenting Challenges During Incarceration

00:35:38 Unexpected Life in Prison

00:40:31 Life After Prison: Transitioning to a Creator

00:44:27 Coping with Emotional Disconnection in Relationships

00:49:15 Reflecting on Early Influencer Days

00:53:53 The Pressure of Viral Content Creation

00:58:18 DIY Prison Makeup Hacks with Skittles

01:02:12 Life in Prison: Working in Property and Laundry

01:06:48 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Content Creation

01:11:09 Preparing for an Exciting Session

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