Gary Hendler
Gary Hendler
EPISODE 071825
EPISODE 071825
EPISODE 071825
Saturday 19th July 2025
Join Gary Hendler and Mark Sigmund as Dawn shares her inspiring story of resilience after military trauma, addiction, and recovery on Clean and Sober Radio.
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Author:
Gary Hendler
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Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Dawn's Journey: Resilience and Recovery
Episode Overview
- Dawn's military service and trauma
- Her path through addiction and legal struggles
- The transformative power of therapy and recovery
- Impact of PTSD and family support
- Controversial medical marijuana law in Florida
I wouldn't be the mom that I am today without those situations, those repercussions to those actions.
On this compelling episode of Clean and Sober Radio, hosts Gary Hendler and Mark Sigmund delve into the harrowing yet inspiring story of Dawn, a former Air Force service member. Dawn bravely recounts her experiences of being sexually assaulted twice during her military service, a trauma that profoundly affected her life long after she left the force.
This trauma led Dawn into a turbulent period marked by an abusive marriage, excessive drinking, multiple DUIs, and even jail time, culminating in the heartbreaking loss of custody of her children. Despite the challenges, Dawn's story is one of resilience and recovery. She shares how she managed to turn her life around, regain custody of her children, and secure a stable, well-paying job.
Her journey underscores the importance of therapy and recovery programs in overcoming the effects of PTSD and addiction. The episode also touches on current events in the realm of addiction and recovery, including a gun battle off the Bahamas involving drug traffickers, and a controversial new law in Florida that might impact nearly one million medical marijuana users.
The law, pushed by Governor DeSantis, could revoke prescriptions for individuals with a criminal history, raising concerns about the influence of big pharmaceutical companies. Listeners are reminded of the critical support networks available for those struggling with addiction, as the hosts encourage anyone in need to reach out to the National Substance Abuse and Mental Health Hotline. Dawn's story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for recovery and the transformative power of support and perseverance.
This episode of Clean and Sober Radio is not just a narrative of struggle but a beacon of hope for those facing similar battles.