Kristen

Remember Your Why

Kristen

  • We can give it all up and have one thing or we can give up one thing and have it all.

We can give it all up and have one thing or we can give up one thing and have it all.

Thursday 31st August 2023

Listen to Jill's inspiring story on Remember Your Why, as she shares her journey from addiction to seven years of sobriety.
Explicit
33 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Informative
Transformative

About this podcast

Remember Your Why
Author:
Kristen
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Jill's Journey: Finding Light in the Darkest Times

Episode Overview

  • Jill's journey from addiction to recovery, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs
  • Reflections on the misconceptions surrounding addiction and seeking help
  • The transformative power of choosing a path to recovery and finding one's purpose
  • Insights into the highs and lows of addiction and the resilience it takes to embark on the journey to sobriety
  • A message of hope, resilience, and the possibility of recovery, inspiring others on their own healing journey
We can give it all up and have one thing, or we can give up one thing and have it all.
Jill’s story is one of resilience, hope, and transformation. With seven years of sobriety under her belt, she can hardly imagine where she’d be if she hadn’t made the brave decision to turn her life around. Starting her drinking journey at just 12 years old, Jill initially felt alcohol was her escape, making her feel comfortable in her own skin.
However, what began as a way to fit in quickly spiraled into a full-blown addiction, with cocaine becoming her drug of choice due to her circle of friends who were deeply embedded in the drug-dealing lifestyle. Jill’s tale is a raw and honest account of her struggles with addiction and the turning points that led her to recovery. She believes that alcoholism is a disease we are born with, and that alcohol is merely a symptom of this deeper issue.
Her journey highlights the misconceptions about addiction and the often overlooked challenges of seeking help. Jill’s narrative is not just about the darkness of addiction but also about the incredible light that comes with recovery. Through humor and vulnerability, she shares the highs and lows of her path, offering insights that are both eye-opening and inspiring.
Her story serves as a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with addiction, showing that recovery is possible and every step towards it is worth taking. Whether you’re at the beginning of your recovery journey or looking for motivation to keep going, Jill’s experiences remind us all of the power of resilience and the beauty of finding one’s purpose.