Crissy Youngblood: Rising Above Childhood Trauma to Find Sobriety
The one moment in my life where I really feel I realized I think I can get well is when I realized: wow, you know what, helping to do whatever really does make me feel better.
Imagine growing up in a world where chaos and addiction are the norm. That was Crissy Youngblood's reality. In this episode of 'Recovery Talks: The Podcast', hosted by Marc Lee Shannon, Crissy opens up about her journey from a tumultuous childhood to a life of sobriety and purpose. Born to a teenage mother who battled alcoholism and later passed away due to her struggles, Crissy faced an environment filled with unhealthy relationships and inappropriate attention from adults.
Despite these challenges, she found the strength to rise above her circumstances. Crissy's story is one of resilience and determination. She managed to break free from the cycle of trauma that plagued her family. Becoming a mother herself, she was determined to provide a different life for her children.
Crissy talks about the pivotal moments that led her to seek a better path, including the fear of repeating her mother's fate and the realization that helping others brought her a sense of healing. Listeners will be inspired by Crissy's commitment to self-care and balance, as well as her ability to turn adversity into a thriving family life and successful farm. Her journey underscores the importance of perseverance and finding purpose, even when the odds are stacked against you.
Tune in to hear how Crissy transformed her pain into a powerful story of recovery and hope.