Evangela Haley: Embracing Emotional Sobriety and Self-Love
Emotional sobriety is just as important as sobriety from chemicals. Embracing life as it currently is is what I do & teach my clients, friends, family, & colleagues.
What does it take to truly heal from trauma and addiction? Evangela Haley has some powerful answers. In this episode of 'Steps to Sobriety', host Stephan Neff chats with Evangela, a trauma recovery coach who has walked the long road to emotional and chemical sobriety. With 4.5 years of sobriety under her belt, Evangela shares her journey through developmental trauma, narcissistic abuse, sexual assault, addiction, religious trauma, codependency, anxiety, depression, and C-PTSD.
She believes that emotional sobriety is just as crucial as kicking chemical dependencies. Evangela opens up about how trauma played a significant role in her addiction and why embracing life as it is, with all its imperfections, is key to healing. She talks about regaining her sense of self and the power she holds over her own life, offering listeners practical tips on how to do the same.
Her coaching practice is named after her journey of finding direction after feeling lost, making her uniquely empathetic to those still struggling. Three key takeaways from Evangela's story: Be who you are, know you're not alone in your struggles, and remember there's nothing inherently wrong with you. This episode is a heartfelt conversation about the importance of self-love and emotional sobriety in overcoming life's toughest challenges.
Whether you're battling addiction, dealing with trauma, or just looking for some inspiration, Evangela's insights offer a beacon of hope.