Ashleigh Nowakowski - Living with an Addicted Sibling - Your Choice to LiveAshleigh Nowakowski - Living with an Addicted Sibling - Your Choice to Live
The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return
Ashleigh Nowakowski was born in 1984 in southeastern Wisconsin. Growing up with a sibling who struggled with substances created a home environment that was less than ideal. Once her brother found recovery, Ashleigh, along with her parents, created...
20:31•9 Jun 2022
Ashleigh Nowakowski: From Family Turmoil to Advocacy in Addiction Prevention
“We have to know the difference between enabling and supporting.”
Imagine growing up in a home where every day is a battle against the shadows of addiction. That's the reality Ashleigh Nowakowski faced with her brother's struggle with substance abuse. Born in southeastern Wisconsin in 1984, Ashleigh's childhood was far from peaceful. But her story isn't just about hardship—it's about resilience and transformation. When her brother found his path to recovery, Ashleigh and her family decided to turn their pain into purpose.
They founded Your Choice to Live Inc., a non-profit dedicated to drug and alcohol prevention education. For over a decade, Ashleigh has been a beacon of hope, speaking in schools and communities, and working tirelessly with high-risk youth. In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Ashleigh shares her journey of growing up with an addicted sibling and the lessons she's learned along the way.
She talks about the delicate balance between enabling and supporting a loved one in recovery, offering insights that can help anyone facing similar challenges. If you're looking for a story that combines personal struggle with a powerful message of hope and action, this episode is for you.
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