Stephanie Graves: Finding Strength in Service and Sobriety
And I feel like sometimes we need to have that balance of we shouldn't be depleted and we shouldn't feel like we don't have anything to give. And for me, that's been finding service commitments that energize me, that it feels like, yes, this is like the right thing for me to do.
Imagine using your own struggles to inspire others. That's exactly what Stephanie Graves does in this episode of Recovery Survey. Stephanie opens up about her journey from college partying to a hidden addiction that escalated into harder substances. With a father who battled alcoholism, she knows firsthand the pain of growing up in such an environment. But Stephanie didn't let her past define her.
Instead, she found a path to long-term sobriety and now uses her social media platforms to spread hope and freedom from addiction. She shares how being of service has been crucial in her recovery, emphasizing that service can take many forms and should be something that energizes rather than drains you. Stephanie also talks about the importance of finding your own path to recovery and building a supportive community.
She believes that recovery is an ongoing transformation, and maintaining balance is key. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious about the journey, Stephanie's story offers valuable insights and inspiration.