Empowring Productions, Inc.
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Looking To Be Cared About
Looking To Be Cared About
Looking To Be Cared About
Saturday 21st September 2019
Christopher recounts his journey from growing up in an alcoholic home to finding self-worth and recovery through a 12-step program on Steppin' Out Radio.
18 minutes
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Finding Self-Worth: Christopher's Story of Growing Up in an Alcoholic Home
I was looking to be loved and to be cared for over and, over and over with people who were not able to do it. Yeah, I was trying to invent a place where I could share my feelings, where I could share the sadness, where that would be understood, where I would be cared for, and I was looking for people who I thought could care for me, and that was really unrealistic.
Christopher's early memories are clouded with the sight of his parents drinking together, a scene that became all too familiar until their eventual divorce. Left to navigate childhood without the emotional support he craved, Christopher's father walked out when he was just eight. The void left by his parents' alcoholism meant they rarely showed up for his school events or other significant moments, leaving him feeling invisible and unloved.
Desperate for attention, he sought it from other adults and older kids, hoping they'd fill the parental roles he so desperately needed. Unfortunately, these attempts fell short, leaving him even more isolated. In this episode of Steppin' Out Radio titled 'Looking To Be Cared About', Christopher recounts his challenging journey of growing up in an alcoholic home and the long road to recovery.
Despite the improvements in his relationship with his parents as an adult, their continued struggle with alcoholism cast a long shadow over his life. His story sheds light on the emotional toll of parental neglect and the unrealistic expectations children of alcoholics often place on others to fulfill their unmet needs. Through the support of a 12-step program, Christopher found a way to break free from unhealthy relationships and discovered a higher power that helped him cultivate self-love.
His journey emphasizes the importance of addressing the deep-seated effects of growing up in an environment marred by addiction. It also highlights the necessity of finding a supportive community where one can heal and grow. If you're looking for a story that resonates with the struggles of seeking love and care in the wrong places, Christopher's narrative offers hope and practical insights.
His experience serves as a reminder that while the scars of childhood may run deep, recovery and self-worth are attainable.