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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #140 - Casey C.
SHITSHOW SATURDAY #140 - Casey C.
SHITSHOW SATURDAY #140 - Casey C.
Saturday 15th February 2025
Join Andrea and Casey C. as they discuss growing up in a dysfunctional family, addiction, and the path to healing on Shitshow Saturday.
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45 minutes
Honest
Raw
Supportive
Healing
Engaging
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Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Casey shares her experiences growing up in a chaotic household.
- Discussion on how therapy helped Casey understand her 'adult child' status.
- The importance of different therapy modalities in recovery.
- The supportive relationship between Casey and her sister.
- Casey's journey from addiction to sobriety.
You gotta laugh at it. Like, man, I was sad. Sad. Sorry, lump.
Casey C. joins Andrea for another candid and heartfelt Shitshow Saturday. This episode dives into Casey's journey of growing up in a dysfunctional family, her battles with addiction, and the path to healing and self-discovery. Casey shares vivid memories from her childhood, reflecting on the chaotic environment created by her parents' constant fighting and substance abuse. These early experiences set the stage for her later struggles with codependency and addiction.
In a raw and often humorous conversation, Casey talks about her attempts to navigate life as a bartender in Aspen while trying to get sober. She opens up about hitting rock bottom, the role therapy played in her recovery, and how she discovered she was an 'adult child' of alcoholics. The discussion touches on various therapy modalities like EMDR and somatic therapies, highlighting their importance in her healing process.
Casey's story is peppered with light-hearted moments, like teaching her dad to make mac and cheese or debating the best type of pasta. Despite the heavy themes, the episode maintains a relatable and engaging tone, making it clear that healing is a journey filled with ups and downs. The episode also explores Casey's relationship with her sister and how they supported each other through their individual struggles.
This bond becomes a source of strength and healing for both, illustrating the power of familial support in recovery. By the end of the episode, you'll be left with a deeper understanding of the complexities of growing up in a dysfunctional family and the resilience required to overcome such challenges. It's a compelling listen for anyone interested in personal growth, recovery, and the transformative power of therapy.