Kristen's Journey: From Darkness to Sobriety
Episode Overview
Kristen shares her dual struggle with alcohol and Xanax. Her family’s intervention was crucial in her path to rehab. Community support played a significant role in her recovery. Sobriety allowed Kristen to cope with anxiety and OCD without substances. She emphasises the importance of remembering your why in maintaining sobriety.
I never imagined what all sobriety could be until I finally surrendered and gave it a chance
In this episode of Remember Your Why, Kristen celebrates her three-year sobriety milestone, sharing her journey from addiction to a fulfilling sober life. She opens up about her dual struggle with alcohol and Xanax, and how these substances masked her anxiety and OCD. Kristen recounts her darkest moments, from blackouts and reckless behaviour to the pivotal intervention by her family that led her to rehab.
Through raw honesty, she describes the challenging yet rewarding process of recovery, emphasising the importance of community and support. Kristen’s story is a powerful reminder that no matter how deep the struggle, there is hope and light on the other side. Her reflections on sobriety highlight the transformation possible when one surrenders and gives it a chance.
If you or someone you know is grappling with addiction, this episode offers a beacon of hope and practical insights for finding a path to recovery.