Amy LaRue

Finding Hope

Amy LaRue

  • Sitting Down With Gizelle

Sitting Down With Gizelle

Wednesday 26th April 2023

Gizelle Failla discusses her husband's addiction and their journey to recovery through faith and community support in this episode of 'Finding Hope'.
32 minutes
Empowering
Hopeful
Informative
Healing
Supportive

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Finding Hope
Author:
Amy LaRue
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Gizelle's Path: From Heartache to Healing

Episode Overview

  • Gazelle shares her experience of discovering her husband's addiction and the initial turmoil it caused in their relationship
  • She discusses the challenges she faced, including feeling alone and ashamed, and the importance of finding a support system
  • Gazelle reflects on the transformative power of faith and the value of patience in the journey to healing
  • She emphasizes the significance of seeking community and the impact of addiction on relationships
  • Gazelle's story is a testament to the possibility of finding hope and rebuilding relationships amidst the chaos of addiction
Him coming to me just basically put a finger on what was happening. Like that's why we're not getting along. That's why things are strange in the house.
Ever wondered how someone copes when their loved one is battling addiction? In this heartfelt episode of 'Finding Hope', host Amy LaRue sits down with Gizelle Failla, a dedicated team member at Hope is Alive. Gizelle opens up about her journey alongside her husband, who struggled with addiction. She recounts the initial shock and heartache upon discovering his addiction, and the emotional rollercoaster that followed.
Gizelle shares her feelings of isolation and shame, but also highlights the turning points that led to their healing. Through patience, faith, and the support of a compassionate community, Gizelle and her husband found a way to rebuild their lives and their relationship. This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone facing similar challenges, emphasizing that recovery is possible with the right support and mindset.