Jo Huey & Paula Loader
Jo Huey & Paula Loader
028 - What my home life didn't give me, the army did
028 - What my home life didn't give me, the army did
028 - What my home life didn't give me, the army did
Sunday 20th September 2020
Natasha reveals how joining the army helped her heal from a chaotic childhood filled with addiction and anxiety. Listen now for an inspiring story.
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Jo Huey & Paula Loader
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Finding Freedom: Natasha's Journey from Chaos to Courage
Once I went off and I was self-sufficient and I didn't need anything from my parents, they didn't have the power to disappoint me anymore.
What happens when your childhood home feels more like a battleground than a sanctuary? In this episode of 'Two Roads Travelled', hosts Jo and Paula sit down with Natasha, who grew up in a household marked by her mother's various addictions and her parents' strained marriage. As a child, Natasha often found herself playing the role of the 'fixer', navigating a world where anxiety and uncertainty were constant companions.
She shares vivid memories of worrying whether she'd be picked up from school and feeling an overwhelming sense of responsibility at a young age. Seeking an escape, Natasha turned to the military, a decision that would profoundly shape her life. The army offered her a structured environment where she could build self-belief, confidence, and self-esteem—qualities she desperately needed to counterbalance her chaotic upbringing. Natasha's story doesn't shy away from the tough stuff.
She opens up about losing her brother and mother to leukemia, battles with anxiety, and the ongoing quest for a sense of safety and love. Through it all, Natasha discovered that while her home life was fraught with challenges, the army provided the stability and support she craved. Jo and Paula also weigh in on the importance of finding your own path to healing and how different experiences can fill the gaps left by a tumultuous childhood.
This episode is a compelling look at resilience, the search for belonging, and the transformative power of finding your own tribe. If you're grappling with similar issues or know someone who is, Natasha's journey offers a beacon of hope and a reminder that it's possible to carve out a new path, no matter where you start.