Rebuilding After Trauma: A Mother's Journey Through Her Daughter's Recovery
Guys out there, if you, if you're going through something like that, there is a. There is no right answer, no right way of doing things, but there is.
Imagine receiving a call that changes your life forever. Colleen Murphy knows this feeling all too well. On a seemingly ordinary morning in April 2013, her daughter Lauren was hit by a car during her routine run, resulting in a severe traumatic brain injury. In this heartfelt episode of 'Steps to Sobriety', host Stephan Neff sits down with Colleen to uncover the raw and emotional journey that followed.
Lauren's prognosis was grim; doctors doubted she would ever walk, talk, or even feed herself again. But Lauren defied the odds, and her story is one of relentless determination and hope. Colleen opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of caring for her daughter, the strain it put on their family, and the small victories that kept them going. She shares how humor and gratitude became lifelines in their darkest moments.
This episode is a powerful reminder that even in the face of overwhelming adversity, the human spirit can find ways to persevere. Whether you’ve faced trauma yourself or are supporting someone who has, Colleen’s story offers invaluable insights and a beacon of hope.