In this episode, I reflect on a poignant memory tied to a beautiful white dress. Originally worn to a junior-senior dance, I also wore it for my senior picture. But what should have been a cherished keepsake became a symbol of my struggle with alcohol. While I remember the party before the dance, the events after remain a blackout blur, leaving me with a ripped dress and unanswered questions.

This story highlights the pattern alcohol had on my life—a gateway to fun for many, but for me, it often led to blackouts and consequences I couldn’t recall. For years, alcohol had a tight grip on me, distorting my sense of control and self. Today, I am profoundly grateful to have broken free from its hold, embracing a life of clarity, growth, and gratitude.