Stephan Neff
Stephan Neff
239 Charlene Madden Rising Strong: A journey out of darkness and a life renewed
239 Charlene Madden Rising Strong: A journey out of darkness and a life renewed
239 Charlene Madden Rising Strong: A journey out of darkness and a life renewed
Friday 11th March 2022
Charlene Madden's journey from trauma to hope and purpose is highlighted in this episode of 'Steps to Sobriety' with Stephan Neff.
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Get the buttons here!Charlene Madden: Turning Darkness into Light and Purpose
The opposite to addiction is connection, and whilst addiction played a role with you, I think mental health and other issues very much played a role far, maybe far bigger, because there are certain things that drove your drinking.
What if you could transform the darkest moments of your life into a beacon of hope and purpose? Charlene Madden has done just that. In this compelling episode of 'Steps to Sobriety', host Stephan Neff sits down with Charlene, a survivor of childhood sexual trauma, domestic violence, and long-term mental illness. Charlene's story is nothing short of extraordinary.
After enduring over nine years of abuse from her grandfather and a decade of domestic violence, she found herself on the brink of ending her life. Just two days before her planned suicide, a workshop changed everything for her. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of her healing journey, where she rewrote her thought patterns and discovered her purpose.
Charlene now shares her 'Mess to Message' story with people around the globe, inspiring others to find their own paths to recovery and transformation. She's not just an author and speaker; she's also a Reiki Practitioner and the creator of the Ignite Your Life Women’s Empowerment Workshop. But perhaps her most cherished roles are those of a loving wife, proud mother, and dedicated fur-baby mom.
In this episode, Charlene discusses the transformative power of self-love and acceptance, the importance of connection in overcoming addiction, and the dangers of toxic masculinity. She also touches on her work with fibromyalgia and emphasizes listening to one's body. Her journey from trauma to triumph offers a powerful message for anyone grappling with addiction or mental health issues.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation that underscores the resilience of the human spirit and the incredible power of finding purpose in pain.