Emily Lehmann
Emily Lehmann
Melissa Ott
Melissa Ott
Melissa Ott
Thursday 10th June 2021
Melissa Ott talks about her journey through addiction and recovery, sharing insights on honesty, therapy, and finding community support.
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45 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
About this podcast
Author:
Emily Lehmann
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Melissa Ott: From Darkness to Light in Addiction Recovery
My addiction took me to places I never imagined I would go.
Melissa Ott's story is a gripping tale of battling addiction and finding the light at the end of a very dark tunnel. Born into a successful family marred by alcoholism, Melissa's journey wasn't an easy one. Despite having many opportunities, she was missing some crucial elements that led her down a path of addiction. She shares how her struggles began at a young age, feeling different, alone, and unloveable.
Bouncing from school to school due to learning disabilities and bullying, her life took a turn for the worse as addiction took hold. Melissa's experiences took her to unimaginable places, doing things she never thought she'd do. But this isn't just a story of despair; it's one of hope and resilience. Melissa discusses the importance of honesty and authenticity in recovery, and how finding the right approach—through therapy, medication, and moderation—was key to her healing.
Now, she's on a path to a healthier, happier life, having processed her trauma and connected more deeply with others. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Melissa's journey is a powerful reminder that there is always hope and that recovery is possible.