Omar Pinto
Omar Pinto
052: "Living with Drug Addicts" Tara Magalski talks about her mother's accidental overdose; her father’s crack addiction and contemplating suicide!
052: "Living with Drug Addicts" Tara Magalski talks about her mother's accidental overdose; her father’s crack addiction and contemplating suicide!
052: "Living with Drug Addicts" Tara Magalski talks about her mother's accidental overdose; her father’s crack addiction and contemplating suicide!
Tuesday 9th February 2016
Tara Magalski recounts growing up with addicted parents and how she transformed her life into one of purpose and healing. Listen now.
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Get the buttons here!Tara Magalski: Finding Purpose Amidst Family Addiction
I guess the point I'm trying to bring across here is that Today is not like it was when we were growing up as kids.
Tara Magalski's life story is a testament to resilience and transformation. As a holistic health counselor, motivational speaker, and mental health activist, Tara has dedicated her life to helping others find their way to healthier, purpose-driven lives. But her journey wasn't always so clear. Growing up with parents who struggled with addiction, Tara faced challenges that many would find insurmountable.
Her father continues to battle a crack addiction, and her mother tragically passed away from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs when Tara was just 27 years old. Despite these hardships, Tara has turned her pain into a powerful mission to inspire and educate others. In this episode of 'The Recovery Revolution', Tara opens up about her childhood in a dysfunctional household, the impact of addiction on her family, and how she found her path to healing.
She discusses the dangers of prescription drug cocktails, her involvement with Al-Anon, and the crucial role of intervention and third-party support groups. Tara also shares how embracing gratitude has been a cornerstone in her recovery journey. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice on overcoming adversity and finding purpose.