Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Lisa Gregory Overcoming a 28 year Addiction
Lisa Gregory Overcoming a 28 year Addiction
Lisa Gregory Overcoming a 28 year Addiction
Thursday 7th September 2023
Lisa Gregory recounts her 28-year struggle with addiction and her inspiring path to recovery.
65 minutes
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Joanie Sigal
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Lisa's addiction journey began with a longing to belong and a sense of abandonment from a young age.
- Her battle with addiction escalated from early experiences with alcohol to escalating drug use, impacting her relationships and family.
- Seeking help became her turning point, leading to a transformative path of recovery and newfound purpose.
- Lisa's commitment to sobriety and positive changes in her relationships offer hope and inspiration to others battling addiction.
- Her story highlights the power of awareness, willingness, and the resilience of the human spirit in overcoming addiction.
I'm fully aware that awareness and willingness are two huge words in my life now because I need to be aware of how I'm feeling and I need to be willing to change the way that I approach that now.
Imagine battling addiction for nearly three decades. That’s the reality Lisa Gregory faced. In this episode, Lisa opens up about her 28-year struggle with both alcohol and drugs, starting from a deep-seated need to belong and a sense of abandonment she felt from a young age. Hailing from Brisbane, Australia, Lisa’s story is one of immense courage and resilience.
Her sobriety date, February 14th, 2022, marks a significant turning point in her life—a day when she decided to fight back against the shadows that had consumed her for so long. But Lisa didn’t do it alone. Her fiancé, Paul, played a pivotal role in her recovery journey. His unwavering support became the foundation upon which Lisa built her new life. Together, they demonstrate that love and support can be powerful forces in overcoming even the darkest of times.
Lisa’s candid account sheds light on the devastating impact of addiction on her relationships and well-being. Yet, her story is also one of hope and transformation. By seeking help, Lisa not only turned her life around but also inspired those around her. Her unwavering commitment to sobriety and the positive changes in her relationships highlight the incredible resilience of the human spirit. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting a loved one through it.
Lisa’s journey offers a beacon of hope, showing that it’s never too late to seek help and turn your life around.