Bobbi Jo: Under the Influence is a documentary film that follows the journey of Bobbi Jo Reed, a woman struggling with addiction and her road to recovery. The film is directed by Brent and Donna Jones and was released in 2019.
The movie is a raw and honest portrayal of Bobbi Jo's addiction, which started with prescription pills at a young age and later led to other drugs like heroin. The film shows how her addiction affected not only her life but also the lives of her family and friends. Bobbi Jo talks openly about the highs and lows of her addiction, the pain she caused her loved ones, and the struggles she faced on her path to recovery.
As the film progresses, Bobbi Jo shares how being of service and helping others in their journey towards recovery has been a crucial part of her own recovery process. She founded Healing Transitions, a non-profit organization that offers a safe and supportive environment for people struggling with addiction. The program focuses on treating the whole person, mind, body, and spirit, and aims to help people find purpose and meaning in their lives.
The film shows how Bobbi Jo's efforts have helped countless individuals transform their lives, and how being of service has given her a sense of purpose and fulfillment that she had never experienced before. Her story is a powerful reminder that addiction can affect anyone, but with the right support, it is possible to overcome it and find a meaningful and fulfilling life.