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Diana H – Born Into Crazy – 321
Diana H – Born Into Crazy – 321
Diana H – Born Into Crazy – 321
Friday 6th March 2020
Diana H recounts her journey from a turbulent childhood to finding peace through Al-Anon recovery on The Recovery Show.
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Learning to have compassion for the addicts in my life. Learning to honor yourself, you know, acknowledging how you feel.
Ever wondered how someone can find peace after a chaotic upbringing? Diana H's story is a powerful testament to resilience and recovery. In this episode of The Recovery Show, Diana opens up about her tumultuous childhood, marked by her mother's mental illness, a household rife with alcohol, drugs, and violence. She candidly shares how these early experiences shaped her life and the profound impact her recovery work has had on her healing journey.
Skip ahead to around 21:00 if you wish to avoid some of the more intense childhood memories she recounts. Diana's path to serenity wasn't straightforward. She discusses how her initial encounters with Al-Anon as a child were unhelpful, but as an adult, these meetings became a lifeline. They provided a safe space for her to share and connect with others who understood the complexities of living with addiction.
Diana also dives into the heavy burden of secrecy and shame she carried for years, explaining how lying became second nature and distorted her sense of reality. Learning to speak her truth was a challenging yet essential step in her recovery. One of the most striking aspects of Diana's story is her struggle to find peace amidst chaos. Growing up in constant crisis made tranquility feel foreign and uncomfortable.
She talks about the process of unlearning ingrained habits and embracing stillness in her life. Diana's narrative is a poignant reminder of the importance of acknowledging and honoring one's experiences. She reflects on how her childhood led her to question her own reality and how self-honor has been crucial in her healing process. The episode also touches on supporting mental health awareness and the difficulties of communication in relationships.
Diana shares about feeling unseen and unheard, while the hosts offer practical advice on setting boundaries and practicing self-care. Tune in to hear Diana's inspiring journey of resilience, healing, and finding serenity through the 12-step recovery process in Al-Anon.