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  • Cristina S. - Turpitude

Cristina S. - Turpitude

Monday 9th May 2022

Join Cristina S. on Podcast Recovery as she shares her journey through addiction, touching on shame, body image, relationships, and finding joy in nature.
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52 minutes
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Cristina S.: Overcoming Addiction and Finding Hope

I want to say: it's the next time, I don't know. And every time after that, like it was always so...I never thought I was a cat person, but they're awesome and I named them Simon and Garfunkel. Both were like bawling and the vet called like, while that song was playing, to tell us: yes, like we need to put. Yes, because he is the most important thing in my life.
Cristina S. has a story that many can relate to. In this episode of Podcast Recovery, she opens up about her battle with addiction and the various elements that played a role in her recovery. Cristina talks candidly about the deep shame and body image issues she faced, and how these struggles often intertwined with her addiction. Relationships, both good and bad, also had a significant impact on her journey.
She emphasizes the crucial role of community support in her recovery process, highlighting how connecting with others who understood her struggles made a world of difference. Cristina doesn’t shy away from discussing the importance of medication and mental health in her recovery. She shares how prayer and meditation became vital tools for her, offering a sense of peace and grounding. Additionally, she finds immense joy in nature and animals, which have become essential parts of her healing process.
Cristina’s story is not just about overcoming addiction; it’s about finding hope and joy in life again. Her experiences serve as a reminder that recovery is possible with the right support and resources.