Peerstar, LLC

From Hurt to Healing

Peerstar, LLC

  • Lena

Lena

Friday 28th April 2023

Hear Lina Azzoli's inspiring journey from mental health struggles and alcoholism to a rewarding career in peer support.
Explicit
60 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Transformative
Resilient

About this podcast

From Hurt to Healing
Author:
Peerstar, LLC
Overview:
Categories:
Body & Mind
Recovery Reimagined
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Healing Relationships
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Episodes:
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Lina Azzoli's Path to Recovery: From Struggles to Strength

Episode Overview

  • Lina's unexpected journey to peer support
  • Embracing a strengths-based focus in mental health
  • Insights into living with antisocial personality disorder
  • The interconnectedness of substance addiction and mental health
  • The transformative power of ongoing recovery
The number one thing everybody will tell you, do not give up hope. You're absolutely not alone. If you can envisage something, yourself doing something and being something, then there's no reason to think that you can't eventually make that happen.
Imagine turning your darkest days into a beacon of hope for others. That's exactly what Lina Azzoli has done. In this episode of 'From Hurt to Healing', Lina opens up about her tumultuous journey through mental health challenges and alcoholism, leading to her unexpected yet fulfilling career as a peer support professional. Lina's story is not just about overcoming obstacles but also about reshaping her entire approach to recovery.
She talks about the crucial shift from traditional clinical methods to a strengths-based focus, which played a significant role in her transformation. Her candid reflections on living with antisocial personality disorder provide a raw and real look at the complexities of mental health, emphasizing the need for early intervention and robust support systems.
Lina also delves into the intertwined nature of substance addiction, mental health issues, and impulse control disorders, shedding light on the importance of seeking help and building a reliable support network. Her resilience and dedication to continuous recovery are truly inspiring, showcasing that healing and rebuilding a fulfilling life is possible. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating similar struggles or supporting someone who is.