Kristen
Kristen
I came to realize I was completely powerless over the disease of addiction.
I came to realize I was completely powerless over the disease of addiction.
I came to realize I was completely powerless over the disease of addiction.
Thursday 6th July 2023
Listen as Cydney shares her journey from self-harm and addiction to recovery, offering hope and resilience on 'Remember Your Why'.
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Kristen
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Cydney's Road to Recovery: From Self-Harm to Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Sydney shares her journey from self-harm to addiction and recovery
- The role of faith-based rehab and family support in Sydney's recovery
- Sydney's understanding of a higher power and spirituality in her sobriety
- The importance of relationships and self-discovery in the recovery process
- Embracing vulnerability and resilience on the path to healing
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Ever felt like you were drowning in your own emotions? For Cydney, that struggle started young, manifesting in self-harm and escalating into a full-blown addiction by her teenage years. At just 16, she found solace in alcohol, using it as an escape from the overwhelming feelings she couldn't control. The drinking wasn't casual; it was a desperate attempt to numb the pain and see how far she could push herself to avoid feeling anything at all.
By eighth grade, cutting had become her way of punishing herself for every perceived mistake, adding another layer to her already complex battle with depression and mental illness. Cydney's journey took a darker turn in college, compounded by family issues she felt ill-equipped to handle. It became clear she needed help beyond what she could provide for herself. Enter the 12-step program, a lifeline that offered her not just structure but a deeper understanding of her struggles.
This program introduced her to the concept of a Higher Power, a spiritual anchor that helped her navigate the choppy waters of recovery. In this heartfelt episode of 'Remember Your Why', host Kristen sits down with Cydney to unpack her raw and honest account of battling addiction. They discuss how hitting rock bottom was a turning point that led her to seek help, and how a faith-based rehab facility, coupled with unwavering family support, played pivotal roles in her recovery.
Cydney opens up about the importance of relationships in her journey and the ongoing process of self-discovery that sobriety demands. This episode isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about resilience, self-acceptance, and the transformative power of vulnerability. Cydney's story is a beacon of hope for anyone feeling lost in their own struggles, proving that there is light on the other side of fear and darkness.