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I Didn't Have an Off Switch: Recovering Alcoholic Tells Her Story. Phoenix Fire Episode 3
I Didn't Have an Off Switch: Recovering Alcoholic Tells Her Story. Phoenix Fire Episode 3
I Didn't Have an Off Switch: Recovering Alcoholic Tells Her Story. Phoenix Fire Episode 3
Wednesday 20th April 2022
Listen to Emily's inspiring story of overcoming co-dependency, alcoholism, and regaining custody of her children on Hard Knox Talks.
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Daniel Unmanageable
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Emily's Fight: From Co-Dependency to Sobriety and Strength
Healing is terrifying for people who do not know who they are without their pain.
Ever felt like you were living someone else's life, losing yourself in the process? That's Emily's story. She got married right out of high school and had two kids soon after, never really getting a chance to find out who she was. Her world was ruled by co-dependency, and she did whatever her husband wanted. Then alcohol entered the scene, and things went from bad to worse.
Emily describes how she didn't have an 'off switch'—she drank until she blacked out every single time. Her marriage crumbled, and she hit rock bottom when she got an email from her ex's lawyer saying she was losing custody of her kids. This was the wake-up call she needed. During a severe panic attack, the thought of losing her children jolted her into action. Emily turned to a 12-step program, which helped her heal and rediscover herself.
Remarkably, she regained custody of her kids just two months later. Now, she's fully involved in her recovery and is a pillar of strength for her family. Emily's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of self-discovery. Tune in to hear her full story and find hope for your own path to recovery.