A turning point in an addiction and a path forward: Part III (of III) of Katie as she discusses her struggles with alcoholism, her attempts at recovery, and the unexpected change that came over her | 61

Please join us today as we wrap up Katie’s powerful story. If you have not listened to the first or second part, please see the links to each episode below. In this final of three episodes, we conclude Katie’s remarkable story. Katie talks about her continuing struggle with alcoholism and the effect it had on her family. Finally, listen as she talks about the change that came over her during a particularly dark moment and how she is doing today.

Please be advised that this episode contains descriptions of sexual abuse and eating disorders and suicidal ideation — please take care while listening.

If you or anyone you know has suffered from sexual abuse, please visit: https://www.rainn.org/resources

If you or anyone you know is dealing with an eating disorder, please visit: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline

If you are feeling suicidal, please dial 988 or visit: https://988lifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/

Link to first (of III) episodes for Katie: https://www.sadtimespodcast.com/severe-childhood-trauma-part-i-of-iii-of-katie-as-she-discusses-abuse-she-suffered-as-a-child-ho/

Link to second (of III) episodes for Katie: https://www.sadtimespodcast.com/marriage-and-divorce-part-ii-of-iii-of-katie-as-she-discusses-her-experiences-being-married-when/

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