Lesley Klepac
Lesley Klepac
Addiction Talks
Addiction Talks
Addiction Talks
Sunday 21st March 2021
Tarah's journey from fashion model to understanding her mother's heroin addiction highlights love, trauma, and societal stigma. Listen now on alcoholfree.com.
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40 minutes
Hopeful
Empowering
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Author:
Lesley Klepac
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!A Model's Tale: Bridging Two Worlds to Understand Her Mother's Addiction
I'm angry that our society is not speaking about addiction. I'm angry that people that have had people die still don't talk about it.
Imagine living two completely different lives. That's what Tarah experienced as she balanced the glitz and glamour of a fashion model with the gritty reality of her mother's heroin addiction. In this episode of 'The Recovery Scene', Tarah opens up about her tumultuous journey, filled with heartache, love, and a quest for understanding. Tarah's mother was taken from her at a young age due to her addiction, leaving Tarah with a deep sense of loss and trauma.
Despite the separation, Tarah maintained a strong attachment to her mom, even venturing into the rougher parts of town as a teenager to visit her. This episode takes you through Tarah's unique perspective as she navigates these contrasting worlds. As an adult, Tarah's life as a fashion model seemed worlds apart from her visits to her mother. Yet, she felt compelled to bridge the gap between these two realities.
She embarked on a journey to learn more about her mom's struggles, addiction in general, and the complex bond between mother and daughter. Her story is a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of love. Tarah doesn't shy away from discussing her anger towards societal stigma and the lack of open conversations about addiction. She passionately advocates for more understanding and support for those affected by addiction.
Her candid reflections offer hope and encouragement for anyone dealing with similar issues. Tune in to hear Tarah's inspiring story that will touch your heart and challenge your perceptions about addiction. It's a poignant narrative that underscores the importance of compassion, support, and breaking down societal barriers.