Danni Carr
Danni Carr
224. Fenella's story, a chronic relapser on the rehab wheel saved by tough love.
224. Fenella's story, a chronic relapser on the rehab wheel saved by tough love.
224. Fenella's story, a chronic relapser on the rehab wheel saved by tough love.
Saturday 23rd March 2024
Discover Fenella's journey from chronic relapse to recovery, highlighting the power of self-acceptance and support in overcoming alcoholism.
100 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Fenella's journey from using alcohol to numb anxiety to confronting addiction
- The role of tough love and surrender in Fenella's path to recovery
- The transformative power of seeking support from fellow alcoholics and AA meetings
- Challenges faced during recovery and the importance of self-reflection and resilience
- Lessons learned from Fenella's story on the journey to self-acceptance and healing
I think I had just surrendered, I'd given up. It really is just too much, and I just happened to have that moment when I was around other alcoholics who were there to help put the pieces back together again.
Imagine battling not just one, but multiple demons at once. Fenella's story is one of those that pulls you in with its raw honesty and gripping twists. In this episode, Danni Carr catches up with her friend Fenella, who has been sober for nearly four years now. Fenella's struggle began in her teens with a life-threatening battle against Anorexia, a cry for attention that spiraled into a dark abyss.
As she started to manage her eating disorder, alcohol became her new escape from anxiety. What started as casual drinking quickly turned into daily binges, blackouts, and hospital visits, including a terrifying moment where she had to be resuscitated. Despite multiple rehab attempts, alcohol kept reclaiming its hold on her life. One chaotic night even led to her partner Joe's arrest, a night she can't remember due to her intoxication. Fenella's journey is tough to hear but ultimately inspiring.
She finally broke free from alcohol's grip with the help of tough love from ex-alcoholics in Africa. Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of surrender, self-reflection, and seeking support from others who understand the struggle.