Adrienne Selbert: From Emptiness to Empowerment on Mental Illness Happy Hour
All of the dark stuff that I've been through was used for good, and that's the most important thing.
What happens when you try to fill an inner void with external relationships? In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin chats with Adrienne Selbert, who candidly shares her tumultuous journey through addiction and trauma. Raised by loving parents, Adrienne still felt an overwhelming emptiness that led her to seek solace in relationships with men. Her story takes a dramatic turn as she describes hitting rock bottom and, in her words, 'burning her life to the ground'.
Yet, it's this very collapse that sparked her transformation. Adrienne opens up about her battles with depression and suicidal thoughts, and how embracing spirituality became her lifeline. She discusses the moment she admitted her powerlessness and began to rebuild her life from the ashes. Her resilience and strength shine through as she talks about turning her darkest experiences into sources of growth and healing. This episode is a powerful testament to the human spirit's capacity for recovery and renewal.
If you're seeking an inspiring story of overcoming adversity, Adrienne's journey will resonate deeply.