E125: Laying Alone Crying, Andrea Owen hit her Bottom And Finally Prayed for HelpE125: Laying Alone Crying, Andrea Owen hit her Bottom And Finally Prayed for Help
Sober Friends
Andrea Owen shares her journey from despair to recovery, highlighting the power of acknowledging personal struggles.
41:09•16 May 2023
Andrea Owen's Path to Recovery: From Despair to Empowerment
Episode Overview
- Andrea's journey from rock bottom to recovery and sobriety
- The significance of acknowledging one's struggles without comparison
- Overcoming codependency and love addiction before addressing alcoholism
- The impact of Andrea's decision to enter recovery and share her story
- Inspiring others to seek help and embark on their recovery journeys
“I did that because as soon as Oprah started I would open a bottle of wine and I would have at least two glasses before my husband got home. Sometimes I would stand in the refrigerator chugging the bottle of Chardonnay as the garage door is opening so I could just get down a few more ounces before he came in because I knew that there was going to be about an hour before I would pretend like I was having my first glass of wine because he was home because I was hiding it from him like how much I'm drinking.”
Ever wondered how someone can rebuild their life after hitting rock bottom? Andrea Owen’s story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. In this gripping episode of the Sober Friends podcast, Andrea, a life coach and author, opens up about her darkest days and the pivotal moments that led her to recovery. Imagine discovering your spouse’s affair with a neighbor, followed by a relationship with a man who faked cancer to hide his drug addiction.
This was Andrea’s reality in 2007. She found herself isolated, jobless, and moving out of her apartment to live with someone who betrayed her trust. Feeling utterly lost, Andrea turned to the universe for help. Her journey took her through 12-step meetings for codependency and battles with sex and love addiction, all while grappling with postpartum depression and ADD.
But it wasn’t until she confronted her own drinking habits—hiding wine consumption before her husband came home—that she began to truly heal. Andrea’s story is raw and real. She talks about the dangers of comparing your struggles to others and the importance of recognizing and addressing your own issues. Her candidness about her experiences, from dealing with trauma to seeking help, offers a powerful message of hope and empowerment.
Tune in to hear Andrea’s inspiring journey and find the courage to face your own challenges head-on.
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