Let Me Tell You a Story Podcast #177 with Steve and Becky Lyles

Let Me Tell You a Story Podcast #177 with Steve and Becky Lyles

From Let Me Tell You a Story with Steve and Becky Lyles by Becky Lyles

October 19, 2025 · 57 min · Season 177

About this episode

Ruby Contreras shares her journey from a troubled childhood marked by neglect and addiction to finding joy and seeking help.

Long Journey to Joy Ruby Contreras's big smile and enthusiasm could give the impression she's had an ideal life. But that would be a false assumption. Her story begins with parents who not only neglected their children but introduced them to drugs at early ages. In and out of foster homes until she turned 18, Ruby continued to struggle with addiction and abusive relationships. Finally, the day came when she could no longer live that life and reached out for help. (Podcast sound effects source: ⁠⁠ http://www.freesfx.co.uk ⁠⁠)

People in this episode

Hosts: Steve Lyles, Becky Lyles

Guest: Ruby Contreras

Topics covered

  • addiction
  • foster care
  • personal growth
  • overcoming adversity
  • mental health

Keywords

  • Ruby Contreras
  • addiction
  • foster homes
  • mental health
  • personal story
  • overcoming challenges

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