Paul Gilmartin

Mental Illness Happy Hour

Paul Gilmartin

  • Episode 166: Tracy Irvine

Episode 166: Tracy Irvine

Friday 11th April 2014

Tracy Irvine recounts her journey from a troubled childhood and abusive marriage to discovering self-love on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'.
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105 minutes
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Empowering
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Mental Illness Happy Hour
Author:
Paul Gilmartin
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Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Tracy Irvine: From Heartache to Healing

If you come out of it, that's a sign of progression and that's the sign of something positive is happening.
Imagine growing up with a sick mother whose needs always came first, and then losing both parents while still in your teens. That’s the start of Tracy Irvine’s story. In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', Tracy opens up about her journey through these heart-wrenching experiences. She turned to food for comfort, only to find herself later trapped in an abusive marriage. Depression became a constant shadow in her life. But Tracy’s story doesn’t end there.
With raw honesty, she shares how support groups, medication, and a deep dive into self-love helped her reclaim her life. Tracy’s tale is a powerful reminder that no matter how dark things get, there’s always a path to healing. Tune in to hear her inspiring journey and find out how she identified unhealthy patterns and made positive changes. It’s a conversation filled with hope and practical advice for anyone facing their own battles.