Helping Up Mission
Helping Up Mission
"When the whole world's falling apart, what do you do?" - Renee's Story
"When the whole world's falling apart, what do you do?" - Renee's Story
"When the whole world's falling apart, what do you do?" - Renee's Story
Wednesday 15th December 2021
Hear Renee's inspiring story of overcoming childhood trauma and addiction, finding strength through community and faith.
52 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
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Helping Up Mission
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Renee's Journey: From Childhood Trauma to Sobriety and Strength
Just be genuinely you and feel whatever you want to feel and tell people how you feel, no matter what, no matter what.
When the world feels like it's crumbling, what do you do? For Renee, it meant embarking on a challenging yet transformative journey from childhood trauma to sobriety. In this episode of 'A Shot of Hope', Renee opens up about her life, marked by early abuse and subsequent struggles with alcohol addiction. She shares how she used substances to numb her pain, only to find herself at a crossroads when she became pregnant.
Faced with her child's health issues, Renee made the brave decision to turn her life around. Renee discusses the hurdles she encountered in breaking free from codependency and finding healthier ways to manage stress and triggers. Her story emphasizes the importance of authenticity and emotional honesty, especially for those in recovery who might have long buried their feelings.
As Renee puts it, "Just be genuinely you and feel whatever you want to feel and tell people how you feel, no matter what". Community and faith play significant roles in Renee's recovery narrative. At Helping Up Mission in Baltimore, she found a supportive network that guided her through the darkest times. Her faith provided a beacon of hope, fueling her determination to stay sober. Renee's experience underscores the power of a supportive community and the strength found in faith.
Her story is a poignant reminder that even in the face of severe challenges, healing and recovery are possible. It's an inspiring testament to resilience and the human spirit's capacity for transformation. Tune in to hear Renee's moving account and find inspiration for your own journey toward a better future.