Sarah's 30-Year Recovery Journey: Trust and Triumph
I'm recovering something every day and that I was recovering That Week, confidence and the ability to step out, just as the individual I am, even when I'm not sure who that is still, and that it's being co-created.
What does it take to walk the long road to recovery? In this episode of the Start Healing Project, Sarah opens up about her 30-year battle with Alcohol Use Disorder and how she found her way to sobriety. As National Recovery Month is celebrated, Sarah's story shines as a beacon of hope and resilience. She candidly discusses the turning point when she realized her drinking was damaging her relationships and hindering her from becoming the person she aspired to be.
Her journey is marked by trust—trust in the process, in herself, and in the support systems around her. Now, as a peer recovery specialist, Sarah uses her lived experiences to guide college students through their own struggles with substance use. She provides them with the tools and support they need to achieve sobriety, emphasizing the importance of resilience and hope.
Through Sarah's story, listeners gain insight into the profound impact of addiction on personal relationships and the transformative power of recovery. This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction, offering inspiration and practical advice for those on their own recovery journey.