Andrea
Andrea
The Gifts of Adult Child Recovery
The Gifts of Adult Child Recovery
The Gifts of Adult Child Recovery
Wednesday 29th December 2021
Join Andrea and Francisco C. as they discuss overcoming childhood trauma, addiction recovery, and achieving success on 'Adult Child'. Listen now!
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73 minutes
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Healing
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Author:
Andrea
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Categories:
Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!From High School Dropout to Ivy League PhD: Francisco C.'s Journey of Healing and Success
I think that the biggest gift for me has been being able to actually be present with people and to be able to connect with them on a deeper level.
What does it take to transform a life marred by dysfunction and addiction into one of success and fulfillment? In this compelling episode of 'Adult Child', Andrea sits down with Francisco C., a recovering addict and adult child, to unpack his incredible journey. Francisco's story begins with his move from Mexico to America at the tender age of five.
Growing up with a dry drunk father and a codependent mother, he faced immense challenges that led him down the path of addiction. However, his story doesn't end there. At 23, Francisco got sober, only to hit his 'adult child bottom' four years later. It was this pivotal moment that propelled him to delve deep into his unresolved traumas and embark on a healing journey through the ACA steps.
Francisco's candid sharing about connecting with his inner child and breaking free from toxic shame is both moving and inspiring. He discusses how these efforts have not only helped him heal but also transformed his relationships, enabling him to connect with others on a deeper level. But perhaps the most astonishing part of Francisco's story is his academic journey. From being a high school dropout, he went on to earn a PhD from an Ivy League school.
His experience underscores the transformative power of doing the hard work to heal past wounds. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with childhood trauma or seeking inspiration for their own recovery journey. Francisco's story serves as a powerful reminder that it's never too late to turn your life around.