Jess Z.: Healing from Trauma and Embracing Recovery
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What happens when childhood trauma collides with addiction in adulthood? Jess Z. knows this all too well. In this episode of Podcast Recovery, she bravely recounts her life story, starting with the harrowing experience of sexual abuse by a pastor during her childhood. This trauma set off a chain reaction of emotional struggles that Jess carried into her adult life, eventually leading her down the path of addiction. But Jess’s story is not just about the pain.
It’s about the remarkable resilience she found within herself to seek recovery and healing. She opens up about how spirituality played a crucial role in her journey, forcing her to dismantle and rebuild her beliefs to find the good in them. As a mother, Jess also discusses the importance of having open and honest conversations about addiction with her daughter, ensuring the cycle doesn’t repeat.
Listeners will find Jess’s narrative both raw and uplifting, offering a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with similar issues. Her candidness about her struggles and triumphs serves as a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, no matter how deep the wounds. Tune in to hear Jess Z.’s inspiring journey and perhaps find some hope for your own.