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Deena Harless: Unpacking Recovery (Part1)
Deena Harless: Unpacking Recovery (Part1)
Deena Harless: Unpacking Recovery (Part1)
Friday 9th June 2023
Join 'Recovery Replay' as Deena Harless shares her journey from a challenging childhood to recovery, with insights on family dynamics and resilience.
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Get the buttons here!Deena Harless: From Turbulent Childhood to Triumph in Recovery
Episode Overview
- Deena's challenging experiences growing up in a military family and the impact of parental divorce
- The complexities of Deena's relationship with her mother and her mother's chronic illness
- Deena's struggles with sports, relationships, and young motherhood
- Insights into the enduring effects of childhood trauma and the process of recovery
- Exploration of family dynamics and personal resilience
I remember going to my parents' house, driving the 45 minutes, and my stepdad hitting me on the butt saying he needed to drop 10 pounds. Well, it was Super Bowl Sunday. The next day, I dropped six pounds, two and a half ounces. And his name is Austin Martin. Because we can expect, you know, significant changes and you start to grieve life as you once know it.
What happens when childhood is a whirlwind of change and uncertainty? In this episode of 'Recovery Replay', listeners are invited into the life of Deena Harless, whose early years were marked by her parents' divorce, numerous relocations, and her mother's chronic illness. These challenges led Deena down a path of attention-seeking behaviors and addiction, but her story doesn't end there. Deena opens up about her complex relationship with her mother and how it shaped her journey.
Eyerusalem Mulatu, Director of Outpatient Services at The Meadows-Houston, provides expert commentary and context, shedding light on the broader implications of Deena's experiences. This episode isn't just about struggle; it's about resilience and the power of recovery. Perfect for anyone grappling with similar issues or those looking to understand the nuanced dynamics of addiction and recovery.