Sue Curr: From Near-Death to a Life Reclaimed
And I agree, I mean I always say: you know these days good, whether The Day turns out to be good, bad or indifferent, it's a blessing.
Ever felt like you're at the end of your rope? Sue Curr has been there and back. In this compelling episode of 'Steps to Sobriety', host Stephan Neff sits down with Sue, who opens up about her harrowing journey through alcoholism and her remarkable recovery. Sue's story starts with a childhood marred by trauma and mental health struggles, leading her down a path of heavy drinking.
By September 2012, she was consuming five bottles of wine a day, culminating in a near-fatal liver failure that landed her in the hospital. Her family was told to prepare for the worst. But against all odds, Sue survived. This brush with death was the wake-up call she needed. Over six grueling weeks, she fought for her life and began to reclaim it, one step at a time.
Sue shares how she learned to rewrite the damaging stories she had been telling herself for years, transforming them into narratives of hope and accountability. Her tale is not just about quitting alcohol; it's about embracing self-love and making choices that foster well-being. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or mental health issues, offering a powerful reminder that it's never too late to turn your life around.