A Mother-Daughter Bond: Addiction, Recovery, and Healing
Episode Overview
Robin shares her traumatic teenage experience that led to addiction. A back injury resulted in Robin becoming addicted to opioids. Rachel discusses the impact of her mother's addiction on their relationship. The importance of therapy in their recovery journey. How open communication helped rebuild their mother-daughter bond.
"I just cried all day every day. They called me hot mess."
In this heartfelt episode of Project Recovery, Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley sit down with Robin and Rachel Patfield, a mother-daughter duo who have weathered the storm of addiction and come out stronger. Robin shares her story, starting with a traumatic event in her teenage years that set the stage for her struggles with addiction. A back injury later in life led her down the dark path of opioid dependency, culminating in a car crash and jail time.
Her candid recounting of hitting rock bottom and the steps she took to seek treatment is both raw and inspiring. Rachel, Robin's daughter, offers a touching perspective on what it's like to grow up with a parent battling addiction. She opens up about the lies she told to protect her mum and the emotional toll it took on her. The podcast explores how their relationship was strained to the breaking point but ultimately repaired through open communication and mutual support.
Robin's journey through rehab and the transformative impact it had on her relationship with Rachel is a testament to the power of resilience and love. The episode doesn't shy away from the tough conversations about lying, stealing, and the emotional scars left by addiction. However, it also highlights the healing power of therapy and the importance of facing one's demons head-on.
If you're looking for a story of hope, redemption, and the unbreakable bond between a mother and daughter, this episode is a must-listen. It’s a powerful reminder that no matter how dark things get, there is always a path to recovery. Why should you listen? Because this episode offers a genuine look at the struggles and triumphs that come with overcoming addiction, and it might just give you the courage to face your own battles.