Sherry Hoppen
Sherry Hoppen
Sober Girl Seeks Tribe Part I
Sober Girl Seeks Tribe Part I
Sober Girl Seeks Tribe Part I
Sunday 25th June 2023
Listen to Kristen McAvoy's powerful story of overcoming dual addiction to Xanax and alcohol through faith and resilience on 'She Surrenders'.
31 minutes
Raw
Harrowing
Compelling
Poignant
Resilient
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Sobriety Success Stories
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Finding Freedom: Kristen McAvoy's Battle with Addiction and Anxiety
Episode Overview
- Kristen McAvoy shares her journey through a dual addiction to Xanax and alcohol, highlighting the devastating impact on personal relationships and mental well-being.
- Her struggles with anxiety and stress led to a dangerous spiral of dependency, culminating in a pivotal moment of reckoning.
- Kristen's candid narrative underscores the complexity of recovery and the challenges of rehab, offering a poignant insight into the turmoil of addiction.
- Her unfiltered account serves as a powerful testament to the resilience and courage required to confront and overcome addiction.
- The podcast episode provides a raw and compelling exploration of the harrowing reality of dependency and the arduous path to recovery.
The progression of alcohol might've lasted a lot longer, you know, because the cycle of quitting, stopping, um, you know, you get married, a lot of young women, you know, quit while they're pregnant, say they're not picking it back up. It's just more like accepted. And I was able to hide that better because I, I did that at night by myself, but I could not hide the changes in my personality and everything.
Imagine the overwhelming grip of addiction and the courage it takes to break free. In this episode of 'She Surrenders', Kristen McAvoy opens up about her two-year journey of sobriety from a dual addiction to Xanax and alcohol. Kristen’s story is one of raw vulnerability, shedding light on how she nearly lost everything to her addictions and fought her way back to a life of freedom and faith.
Kristen used substances for years as a crutch to manage her anxiety, which led her down a dark and isolating path. Her honest account reveals the devastating toll addiction took on her personal relationships and mental health. But what stands out is her resilience and the pivotal moment when she decided to reclaim her life. Through faith in God and a commitment to recovery, Kristen found the strength to overcome her dependencies.
She now embraces sobriety with gratitude, proudly taking on roles as a big sister, daughter, girlfriend, and new puppy mom to her mini Goldendoodle. Her journey is not just about quitting substances; it’s about rediscovering herself and finding joy in everyday moments. Kristen’s story is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Her candidness offers a glimpse into the complexities of recovery, highlighting both the challenges and the triumphs.
Tune in to hear Kristen’s inspiring narrative and discover how faith and determination can lead to a brighter, sober future.