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Sheila D - Streetwalker
Sheila D - Streetwalker
Sheila D - Streetwalker
Monday 10th July 2023
Sheila D. recounts her path from addiction and trauma to recovery and self-discovery, emphasizing resilience and community support.
Explicit
80 minutes
Raw
Honest
Vulnerable
Inspiring
Hopeful
About this podcast
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Sheila's journey from addiction to recovery and self-discovery
- The impact of childhood experiences and trauma on her path to sobriety
- Struggles with self-esteem and the challenges of motherhood
- Finding solace in community support and the power of vulnerability
- Reflections on the unyielding resilience of the human spirit
I don't know. I don't know, maybe I know a lot of people, right? We, we don't think we're enough. Because I didn't love myself when I came in. I just, as long as I don't use, because that didn't work.
Imagine growing up with a father battling alcoholism and finding yourself caught in the same destructive cycle. In this deeply moving episode, Sheila D. opens up about her tumultuous life, marked by addiction, trauma, and the relentless quest for self-worth. Sheila's story isn't just about the dark days of heroin addiction; it's about the moments of light that guided her toward recovery.
She reflects on her childhood, the impact of her father's struggles, and how those early experiences shaped her own battles with substance abuse. As a mother, Sheila faced the daunting challenge of balancing her recovery with the demands of parenthood. Her candidness about her struggles with self-esteem and the highs and lows of her journey offers a raw, unfiltered look at what it means to fight for a better life.
Through the support of her community and her unwavering determination, Sheila found the strength to rebuild herself. This episode is a powerful reminder that even in our darkest times, there's hope and resilience within us all.