Amy LaRue
Amy LaRue
A Story of Hope | Christian
A Story of Hope | Christian
A Story of Hope | Christian
Thursday 27th June 2024
Join Amy LaRue and Christian Carey as they discuss growing up with an addicted parent, breaking the silence, and finding hope in recovery.
26 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Compassionate
Honest
Supportive
About this podcast
Author:
Amy LaRue
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Growing up with an addicted parent can create immense pressure and anxiety.
- Breaking the silence about addiction can be a crucial step towards healing.
- Shared activities can provide moments of normalcy and connection.
- Support groups and open communication are vital for recovery.
- Sharing your story can inspire others and break the stigma around addiction.
I always felt like I had to grow up at a really young age because I was constantly calling and checking on my dad.
In this heartfelt episode of Finding Hope, Amy LaRue sits down with Christian Carey, a young woman who shares her powerful journey of growing up with an addicted father. Christian recounts the emotional rollercoaster of her childhood, marked by her father's struggle with addiction, her parents' divorce, and the burden she felt to protect her dad from a young age. Her story is a testament to the resilience and strength it takes to face such challenges head-on.
Christian talks about the anxiety and pressure she experienced, often feeling like she had to grow up too quickly to manage her father's addiction. She describes how she would call her dad multiple times a day to check on him and even resorted to checking his breathing while he slept. Despite these hardships, Christian found solace in soccer, a shared passion with her father that provided a rare sense of normalcy and connection.
The turning point in Christian's story came when she finally opened up to a friend about her father's addiction, breaking nine years of silence. This act of vulnerability not only helped her begin her own healing process but also set her father on the path to recovery. Christian's dad eventually sought help and has been sober since June 2020. Together, they now share their experiences at recovery meetings and support groups, aiming to inspire others facing similar struggles.
Amy and Christian's conversation highlights the importance of breaking the stigma around addiction and the need for open communication and support. Christian's message to others in similar situations is clear: don't keep it in. Sharing your story can be a crucial step towards healing and finding hope. This episode is a moving reminder that even in the darkest times, there is always a glimmer of hope and the possibility of a brighter future.