The Impact of Following a Recovery Routine | Christine D ( Part 2 ).
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Meet Christine — a high-functioning professional, mother of two, and by all external measures, a woman who "had it all." But beneath the surface, she was fighting a war with alcohol that nearly destroyed her family, her career, and her sense of self.
Christine opens up about her long, spiraling relationship with alcohol: the hidden drinking, the emotional chaos at home, and the terrifying moments when she feared she’d lose her children. Despite maintaining a successful career and image, Christine reached a breaking point — alone on her favorite island, surrounded by empty bottles and haunted by shame. What followed was an unplanned intervention and an unexpected surrender.
In recovery, Christine discovered faith, community, and a deeper connection to herself and her family. From detoxing on Benadryl to finding safety in rehab and building a new life through therapy, meetings, and daily routines — her story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to change.
This episode will speak to anyone silently struggling, anyone feeling like they “don’t look like an addict,” and anyone curious about what recovery can really look like. Christine’s courage to share may just be the permission someone else needs to seek help. Whether you're in recovery, considering it, or supporting someone who is — this one is not to be missed.
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