Melissa Sue Tucker | Sister of 2 Brothers with Addiction | Interviewer Trying To Understand Addiction, Recovery, and Dependency
Melissa Sue Tucker | Sister of 2 Brothers with Addiction | Interviewer Trying To Understand Addiction, Recovery, and Dependency
ASP024: Mother’s Alcoholism Has Not Held Her Back
ASP024: Mother’s Alcoholism Has Not Held Her Back
ASP024: Mother’s Alcoholism Has Not Held Her Back
Thursday 5th May 2016
Laura Petersen Shepard discusses growing up with an alcoholic mother, overcoming stigma, and finding strength through support in this heartfelt episode.
30 minutes
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Melissa Sue Tucker | Sister of 2 Brothers with Addiction | Interviewer Trying To Understand Addiction, Recovery, and Dependency
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Laura's Story: Growing Up with an Alcoholic Mother and Finding Strength
Addiction doesn't discriminate. It can happen to anyone, and it's not a reflection of who you are as a person. It's a disease, and it needs to be treated as such.
Imagine growing up with the weight of a parent's addiction on your shoulders. In this heartfelt episode of the Addiction Support Podcast, Melissa Sue Tucker sits down with Laura Petersen Shepard, who opens up about her childhood experiences with an alcoholic mother. Despite the challenges and emotional turmoil, Laura's journey is one of resilience and hope. She talks candidly about the stigma surrounding addiction and how it doesn't define one's worth or character.
Laura emphasizes the importance of seeking support and the transformative power of vulnerability. Her story is a testament to the fact that addiction is a disease that requires understanding and compassion. By sharing her personal experiences, Laura aims to break down barriers and encourage others to seek help and share their own stories. This episode delves into coping strategies for family members, the significance of therapy, and the strength found in vulnerability.
Whether you're directly affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, Laura's insights offer a beacon of hope and a reminder that it's possible to overcome adversity and find happiness.