Helaina HovitzHelaina Hovitz
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Helaina Hovitz Regal is an editor, journalist, author, storyteller, social media and content strategist, and native New Yorker who has always had the unreasonable notion that she can help change the world. She’s the author of the memoir After 9/11 and .
27:53•21 Aug 2019
Helaina Hovitz: From 9/11 Trauma to Sobriety and Purpose
“But I feel that I found purpose and I found, you know, happiness and I found serenity, and it helps me to be the person I want to be in the world and do the things I want to do.”
Imagine facing the trauma of 9/11 at a young age and then battling PTSD while navigating the challenges of early adulthood. That’s the reality Helaina Hovitz Regal confronted. In this episode of Steppin' Out Radio, Helaina opens up about her journey from experiencing the horrors of 9/11 to finding sobriety at just 22. She’s not just an editor and author; she's a storyteller with a mission to make a difference in the world.
Her memoir, 'After 9/11', and her numerous articles in top publications like The New York Times and Teen Vogue, reflect her passion for social good and mental health awareness. Helaina shares how she discovered her alcoholism and the critical role therapy played in her recovery. She emphasizes the importance of finding the right therapist and approaching both therapy and sobriety with enthusiasm.
Her story also touches on overcoming intense anxiety and relationship issues, and how she built healthy relationships and trust over time. For anyone struggling with similar issues, Helaina’s story is a beacon of hope, showing that it’s possible to find purpose and happiness in recovery. Tune in to hear her candid discussion about societal perceptions of alcoholism and the importance of seeking help.
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