Shane Meyer

Addiction Files

Shane Meyer

  • Catherine - Honesty in recovery

Catherine - Honesty in recovery

Sunday 22nd March 2020

Catherine's story on Addiction Files highlights how honesty transformed her recovery, offering insights into overcoming deceit and embracing authenticity.
9 minutes
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Empowering
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Addiction Files
Author:
Shane Meyer
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Body & Mind
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Catherine's Journey: How Honesty Transformed Her Recovery

For me, being honest... requires a level of vulnerability that I've never had before. So for me, being honest...is part of my honesty.
Imagine growing up feeling like you always had to lie to get by. For Catherine, deceit and manipulation were second nature, habits that only worsened with her addiction. In this compelling episode of Addiction Files, she opens up about how embracing honesty has completely changed her life. Catherine shares that being truthful wasn't easy at first. The fear of rejection and judgment loomed large. But she discovered that vulnerability was the key to real growth and healing.
By being honest with herself and others, she was able to rebuild broken relationships and form deeper connections. One of the most poignant parts of Catherine's story is how honesty helped her escape a cycle of guilt and self-loathing. When deceit ruled her life, shame was a constant companion. But as she started to live authentically, she found pride in who she was becoming. Catherine emphasizes that honesty is a daily practice.
It's not something you achieve overnight but a commitment you make every day. She talks about the importance of accountability and having a support system to keep you on track. Her story is a powerful reminder that while the path to honesty can be uncomfortable, it's also incredibly rewarding. If you're grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is, Catherine's journey offers valuable insights into the transformative power of honesty.
It's a story of resilience and the human spirit's incredible capacity for change.