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The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast
Michelle’s passion for maternal mental health emerged after becoming a mother. Alcohol became a coping tool, eventually resulting in severe alcohol use disorder. After finding her own recovery, Michelle created Recovery is the New Black, a digital community that touches thousands.
1:02:43•3 May 2022
Michelle Smith: Escaping the Grip of Mommy Wine Culture
“Alcohol became a coping tool, eventually resulting in severe alcohol use disorder. After finding her own recovery, Michelle created Recovery is the New Black, a digital community that touches thousands.”
Ever felt like a glass of wine was your only escape from the chaos of motherhood? Michelle Smith knows that feeling all too well. As a mother and professional in the addiction field, Michelle never imagined she'd struggle with alcohol herself. Yet, she found herself on the bathroom floor, overwhelmed by undiagnosed postpartum depression and severe alcohol use disorder.
In this episode of 'The Courage to Change', Michelle opens up about her journey from using alcohol as a coping tool to finding freedom and purpose in sobriety. Her story is a raw and honest look at the pressures of mommy wine culture and the importance of community in recovery. Through her platform, Recovery is the New Black, Michelle is on a mission to support others facing similar battles.
If you've ever questioned your relationship with alcohol or know someone who has, Michelle's story offers a beacon of hope and practical advice for finding your way to a healthier life.
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