Rai's Journey: From Childhood Trauma to Sobriety on Sobertown Podcast
You can't have tension in a relationship if one person lets go, and so I knew I had to because I had to let it go, because it just had come to a point where Sunday night wasn't a trigger for me anymore.
April is Child Abuse Awareness Month, and Rai's story sheds light on the deep connections between childhood trauma and addiction. In this moving episode of the Sobertown Podcast, Rai opens up to hosts Julie and Steve about her painful past and the path she took to heal. Rai recounts her experiences with childhood abuse and how these early traumas led her down a path of alcohol addiction.
She speaks candidly about the shame and normalized behaviors that kept her trapped in a cycle of self-destruction for years. But Rai's story is not just about struggle; it's about the power of self-compassion and forgiveness. By learning to show kindness to herself and others, she was able to confront her long-held resentments and begin her journey to recovery.
This episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the importance of speaking out and building supportive networks. Whether you're dealing with your own struggles or supporting someone who is, Rai's story offers hope and inspiration for breaking the cycle of abuse and finding a path to healing.