Arlina Allen
Arlina Allen
359 Early Recovery - Reagans Story of Alcoholism, Relapse, and Staying Sober
359 Early Recovery - Reagans Story of Alcoholism, Relapse, and Staying Sober
359 Early Recovery - Reagans Story of Alcoholism, Relapse, and Staying Sober
Thursday 23rd January 2025
Reagan shares her story of overcoming alcoholism and childhood trauma on The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast with host Arlina Allen.
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77 minutes
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Honest
Raw
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Arlina Allen
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Reagan's Journey: From Childhood Trauma to Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Reagan's childhood was marked by abuse from an alcoholic father.
- Her addiction journey began in her early teens with alcohol and drugs.
- She shares the struggles and lessons learned from multiple relapses.
- Reagan highlights the importance of finding the right support in recovery.
- Her story offers hope and inspiration to those facing similar challenges.
I am powerless over alcohol. I am not powerless in my life.
Reagan's story is a heartfelt journey through the trials and triumphs of early recovery from alcoholism. In this episode of The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast, host Arlina Allen chats with Reagan about her challenging childhood, marked by an abusive alcoholic father and a codependent mother. Reagan recounts how these experiences led her down a path of addiction from a young age, starting with alcohol and escalating to drugs like marijuana and cocaine by her early teens.
Despite these struggles, Reagan's resilience shines through as she shares her journey towards sobriety, including multiple relapses and the hard-earned lessons she learned along the way. Listeners will find Reagan's candid reflections both moving and inspiring. She speaks openly about the pain of her past, the difficulty of breaking free from addiction, and the ongoing challenges of maintaining sobriety. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of finding support in recovery communities.
Reagan also touches on the importance of therapy and finding the right sponsor, emphasising that recovery is a personal journey that requires time and patience. Arlina's compassionate interviewing style helps to bring out the depth of Reagan's experiences, making this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking hope and understanding in their own recovery journey. By sharing her story, Reagan hopes to offer a glimmer of hope to others who may be struggling with similar issues.
If you're looking for an honest, raw account of early recovery, this episode is for you.