Transforming Trauma: Caroline Evers-Endacott’s Sobriety Journey
Episode Overview
Trauma can often underlie addiction. Therapy plays a crucial role in addiction recovery. Sobriety can lead to significant personal growth. Redefining success can help maintain sobriety. Community support is vital for a successful alcohol-free journey.
I felt like I discovered a well-kept secret of life. This is all it takes—not drink—to have clarity of thought.
Caroline Evers-Endacott joins Sharon Hartley and Ben Anderson on Over The Influence to share her compelling journey from a high-pressure city career to becoming an integrative therapist with a focus on addiction treatment. Caroline, or Caro as she's affectionately known, recounts how the loss of a loved one in 2018 was the catalyst for her to reassess her life and leave behind an unhealthy drinking habit that had become part of her daily routine.
Her story is a testament to the transformative power of sobriety and the importance of addressing underlying traumas that often fuel addiction. Caro's experience highlights the critical role of therapy in recovery and how understanding one's own needs and desires can lead to a fulfilling, alcohol-free life. She also touches on the challenges of maintaining sobriety in a society that often equates success with high stress and heavy drinking.
With light-hearted moments and deep reflections, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone on their own journey to sobriety or supporting someone who is. Don't miss out on Caro's heartfelt advice and inspiring story—tune in for an episode that could change your perspective on life without alcohol.