Marilyn's Journey: From Reluctance to Resilience in Recovery
Right, we're waiting for that outside thing to come, you know, and even in recovery, right people still do it, they still sit back and they wait for that thing to come, and again not realizing that what we have to do is keep working, keep looking in here, right, it's the inside job, the inside job, and that's you know.
Picture this: Marilyn, initially resistant and angry about entering recovery, only doing so to appease her family. Her journey begins with multiple life-changing losses that force her to confront the reality of her addiction. In this heartfelt episode of 'Voices in Recovery', Marilyn opens up about her path from reluctance to resilience. She shares how she eventually realized that true healing had to come from within herself, not from external sources.
Marilyn speaks openly about the toll addiction took on her life, affecting her relationships and leading to profound personal losses. But it's not all doom and gloom; she also discusses the crucial role that spirituality and prayer have played in her recovery journey. Marilyn emphasizes the importance of making amends, finding peace with oneself and loved ones, and seeking support from others.
She candidly talks about the unique challenges she faced as an older woman in treatment and how working the steps has been transformative for her. This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is a deeply personal journey of self-discovery and growth. Marilyn's story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding the strength to look within and embrace the process of healing. Tune in to hear Marilyn's inspiring journey and find hope and encouragement in her words.