My Journey With
Substance Use Disorder
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a medical condition affecting millions of people worldwide. Unfortunately, stigma often keeps people from seeking the help they need. My story spans 15 years and vividly discusses the experiences I had throughout that time. From the first time I experimented with marijuana to full blown opioid addiction. I touch on the ramifications my addiction had on all aspects of my life, and how I was able to overcome it. The Sober Truth offers speaking engagements to schools, communities, institutions, groups, families and individuals.
My Journey With
Substance Use Disorder
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a medical condition affecting millions of people worldwide. Unfortunately, stigma often keeps people from seeking the help they need. My story spans 15 years and vividly discusses the experiences I had throughout that time. From the first time I experimented with marijuana to full blown opioid addiction. I touch on the ramifications my addiction had on all aspects of my life, and how I was able to overcome it. The Sober Truth offers speaking engagements to schools, communities, institutions, groups, families and individuals.
Our Mission
The Sober Truth was founded with a clear mission: to educate communities and raise awareness about the realities of substance use disorder. My goal is to break the stigma surrounding addiction and create a supportive environment where open conversations promote prevention. By focusing on education and outreach, I aim to empower young people to make informed choices and reduce the number of adolescents negatively impacted by drugs and alcohol. Together, we can build a future where awareness leads to action, and no one has to face these challenges alone.
Hunter Flores
“I battled Substance Use Disorder for 15 years, starting at just 13. It affected every part of my life—my health, relationships, education, and even my freedom. My addiction completely consumed me. After a few life-altering experiences, I made the decision to get sober at 27. Now, I’m passionate about raising awareness and helping prevent young people in our communities from going down the same path.”
Testimonials
Hingham CARES
“The Sober Truth made an excellent addition to our line-up at our annual Hingham CARES Day. Hunter spoke to our 9th-graders and did an incredible job sharing his story along with a prevention message. The audience was engaged, and they had lots of questions for Hunter afterward, which he handled respectfully and with great deft. In our follow-up survey, the students made it clear that they enjoyed the presentation and hope that we will continue to bring The Sober Truth in to speak to future freshman classes. I highly recommend Hunter and The Sober Truth as a speaker to a teen audience.”
-Kristen Arute,
Program Director,
Hingham CARES
McCarthy Middle School
“The Sober Truth is a relatable and impactful presentation which takes a stark dive into the dangers of substance use. Hunter bravely shared his story with our 8th grade students and staff, detailing the reality of the decisions that he made when he was a teenager. He graciously stayed to answer all questions and openly met with students who wanted to talk longer than the allotted time. As a building administrator for 18 years, I can say with complete confidence that this presentation is absolutely top-notch. There is no doubt that we will be booking The Sober Truth annually to speak with our school community.”
-Jeff Parks, Ed.D.
Principal, McCarthy Middle School
Chelmsford, MA.