Louise Barnett
Louise Barnett
62: Vanessa Gordon's Story: The Power of Intervention
62: Vanessa Gordon's Story: The Power of Intervention
62: Vanessa Gordon's Story: The Power of Intervention
Monday 5th June 2023
Vanessa Gordon's journey from a childhood surrounded by alcohol to finding sobriety highlights the power of seeking help and support.
55 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Vanessa Gordon shares her journey with alcoholism and recovery, shedding light on the impact of addiction on both the individual and their loved ones.
- Her breaking point came in 2018 when her own drinking escalated to an extreme, prompting her to take action.
- The catalyst for change in her life arrived in June 2022 when she reached out to an addiction center in Manhattan, leading to a transformative journey for herself and a loved one in active recovery.
- Vanessa's bold honesty and vulnerability in sharing her complex journey make her story both inspiring and thought-provoking, offering hope and encouragement to those navigating similar battles.
- Through her experience, she underscores the importance of seeking help, opening up about struggles, and the need for more serious training for individuals serving alcohol.
We don't have to wait for the catastrophic event to do something. Seek help, open up, and don't wait until you find a smoking gun. If there's an issue, there probably is one.
Vanessa Gordon, CEO and Publisher of East End Taste, grew up surrounded by the dark allure of alcohol. Her father owned a popular nightclub in the Hamptons, and Vanessa's childhood was steeped in a world where drinking was the norm. This skewed reality shaped her early years, masking the significant issues around her until 2018. That year marked a turning point when Vanessa's own drinking spiraled out of control, forcing her to confront the gravity of her situation.
The real catalyst for change came in June 2022. Hungover in London while celebrating the Queen's jubilee, Vanessa reached out to a well-known addiction center in Manhattan. That call transformed her life and set her on a path to sobriety. In this episode of 'Together S.O.B.E.R.', hosted by Louise Barnett, Vanessa opens up about her tumultuous journey.
She discusses the profound impact of addiction on both herself and her loved ones, and how intervention played a crucial role in her recovery. Vanessa's candid story highlights the importance of seeking help and being open about struggles. She also touches on the need for better training for those who serve alcohol, emphasizing how critical it is to have knowledgeable support systems in place. Vanessa's bravery in sharing her story offers hope and encouragement to anyone grappling with similar challenges.
Her journey underscores that it's never too late to seek help and make a positive change.