Kristen E, Being Awake for Life | Recovered: Interviews With Alcoholic Women | A Podcast from The Magdalen HouseKristen E, Being Awake for Life | Recovered: Interviews With Alcoholic Women | A Podcast from The Magdalen House
The Magdalen House Podcast
Kristen E shares her journey from social anxiety and isolation to sobriety through community and service.
53:27•10 Aug 2022
Kristen E: From Isolation to Connection and Service
“I want to stay present and available to help people that you know when they're first coming into the rooms, or if they're, you know, in sobriety, but isolating and pulling away like I did. And then, you know, moved out and got off probation and I was just down to my home group once a week, and that was only because I felt shame if I didn't go.”
Imagine growing up feeling socially awkward and isolated, only to find temporary relief in alcohol. That's Kristen E's story, and she shares it candidly in this episode of The Magdalen House Podcast. Kristen opens up about her early struggles with social anxiety and how alcohol initially seemed like a solution. But as her dependence grew, so did her misery. She hit rock bottom and knew she had to make a change or lose everything.
Kristen's journey to sobriety wasn't a straight path; it involved relapses, periods of isolation, and intense soul-searching. She talks about how she re-engaged with the recovery program after concerned friends intervened. By diving back into the steps, particularly Step 11, and getting involved in service and her home group, Kristen found a way to stay sober and connected. Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of community, willingness, and service in the recovery process.
Kristen also highlights the role of The Magdalen House in her journey, showing how its programs and support systems can make a world of difference. If you're looking for an honest, relatable story about overcoming addiction and finding purpose through helping others, this episode is a must-listen.
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