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Have you ever wondered how someone transforms chaos into self-love? This episode dives into Lauren’s powerful journey from addiction to empowerment. Raised in a traditional Mormon family in Salt Lake City, Lauren’s story reveals how genetic and environmental influences shaped her early struggles with alcoholism. Despite having non-drinking parents, Lauren identified her challenges from a young age, underscoring the importance of acknowledging personal battles and embracing the path to healing.

Through this self-help story, we uncover the transformative benefits of a 12-step program and the essential role of community support in maintaining a fulfilling, sober life. Lauren shares her evolution from victimhood to empowerment, highlighting the value of gratitude, accountability, and continuous personal growth. Her journey underscores the joy of aligning her internal and external selves, showing how sobriety brings incredible transformation.

Our conversation touches on the emotional work involved in recovery, where confronting and processing past feelings is key to healing. Lauren opens up about redefining self-identity and relationships, the challenges of leaving a party lifestyle, and the fears of losing identity without alcohol.

Spirituality and faith are central to her recovery, as Lauren reflects on Alcoholics Anonymous, the impact of authentic connections, and the courage required to embrace vulnerability. As we explore her self-help journey, we invite listeners to reflect on their own relationships with alcohol and consider the profound shifts sobriety can offer. Tune in to celebrate the transformative power of authenticity and the deep sense of belonging it nurtures.

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This podcast dives deep into real, raw topics—think vulnerability, triggers, and childhood trauma. But just so we're super clear: I’m not a licensed therapist, mental health professional, or anything close. I’m just a human sharing stories, lessons, and life hacks based on personal experience and a whole lot of curiosity.

So, while you might find some golden nuggets here, this is not therapy and should never replace professional mental health care. If you or someone you love is going through it, please—seriously—reach out to a licensed therapist or healthcare provider. You deserve the real deal.

Need Help Now?
Here are a few amazing resources:

· 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.): Call or text 988
· NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or nami.org/help
· Therapy Directory: psychologytoday.com
· Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

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