Stephan Neff

Steps To Sobriety

Stephan Neff

  • 136 Annette Whittenberger : Mental Health; learning to live with it instead of suffer from it

136 Annette Whittenberger : Mental Health; learning to live with it instead of suffer from it

Friday 26th March 2021

Annette Whittenberger discusses overcoming trauma and mental health challenges on the road to sobriety in 'Steps to Sobriety' with Stephan Neff.
59 minutes
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Steps To Sobriety
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Stephan Neff
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Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Annette Whittenberger: Turning Trauma into Triumph on the Road to Sobriety

Talking honestly, without filter, without mask, to talk honest about our trauma is so refreshing, because it just reminds me: don't be a dick, don't be a cock.
What happens when you face a lifetime of trauma and decide to use it as a stepping stone rather than a stumbling block? Annette Whittenberger, a retired Army veteran, mother, and military spouse, shares her powerful story in this episode of 'Steps to Sobriety'. Host Stephan Neff sits down with Annette to discuss her battles with PTSD, depression, and anxiety, stemming from childhood trauma, military experiences, and a severe car accident.
Annette reveals how she transitioned from merely surviving to truly living by embracing her mental health challenges rather than being defeated by them. Her journey is not just about overcoming addiction but about finding strength in vulnerability and honesty. Annette emphasizes the importance of support systems, self-love, and the mantra that 'it's okay to not be okay'.
She also offers practical tips on how to live with mental illness, use your struggles as a message of hope, and grant yourself grace. This episode is a raw, inspiring conversation that sheds light on the resilience required to navigate life’s toughest battles. Whether you're on your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, Annette's story offers invaluable insights and encouragement.
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