Ashley Loeb Blassingame
ckimmich@lionrockrecovery.com (Lacie Hamilton, Ashley Loeb Blassingame, Scott Drochelman)
Lacie Hamilton: Unlearning Messages From An Abusive Mother
Lacie Hamilton: Unlearning Messages From An Abusive Mother
Lacie Hamilton: Unlearning Messages From An Abusive Mother
Tuesday 20th December 2022
Lacie Hamilton recounts overcoming childhood trauma and finding healing through therapy on 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Lacie Hamilton: Rewriting Her Story After Childhood Trauma
The most traumatic thing about my childhood sexual trauma was the reaction to it, not the actual event, because I too was Five, didn't understand what was happening, knew the person was just confused more than anything.
Imagine being just nine years old and experiencing a night so terrifying it leaves scars for decades. That's the kind of childhood Lacie Hamilton endured. Raised by a mother who was addicted to alcohol and pills, Lacie's early years were marred by physical abuse and emotional neglect. Her first memory of being slapped dates back to when she was only five. These experiences taught her early on that her needs and desires didn't matter.
Lacie's journey into addiction began as a coping mechanism to escape the harsh realities of her life. Unlike her mother, who used substances openly, Lacie believed her addiction was a more acceptable way to deal with her pain. But the truth was, it controlled her life just as much. One of the most harrowing moments came when she was taken to a bar right after being discharged from the ICU.
That night ended with her mother attempting to strangle her in a hotel room, an event that nearly cost Lacie her life. In this episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', Lacie opens up to hosts Ashley Loeb Blassingame and Scott Drochelman about the long road to recovery. She discusses the critical steps she took to unlearn the toxic messages ingrained in her by her mother—messages that told her she wasn't enough, wasn't safe, and wasn't worthy.
Lacie emphasizes the importance of cutting ties with toxic family members and seeking therapy to heal from such deep-seated trauma. One of the pivotal moments in Lacie's recovery was discovering EMDR and Ketamine Therapy. These treatments played a crucial role in helping her break free from the destructive thoughts and behaviors that had held her captive for so long.
Through these therapies, she learned about the power of neuroplasticity—the brain's ability to rewire itself—and how it can be harnessed for healing. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of therapy. Whether you're dealing with similar issues or just looking for inspiration, Lacie's story offers hope and practical advice for anyone on the path to recovery.