In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, I sit down with Christine, a resilient mother and former nurse, who shares her compelling journey from a childhood affected by her father's alcoholism to her own struggles with addiction. Christine opens up about the challenges of growing up in a loving yet dysfunctional household, the impact of her father's early death, and eventually her own battle with substance abuse. She details her difficult path to recovery, which included losing her nursing license, the toll it took on her family, and her turning points. Christine discusses finding peace and purpose through sobriety, the support of her family, and the importance of honesty and community in her recovery journey. Support the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/sobermotivation Christine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/sherisessober/ 00:00 Introduction to Season Four 00:15 Meet Christine: A Long-Awaited Conversation 00:43 Christine's Childhood: Love and Dysfunction 04:14 School Days and Family Tragedy 06:31 High School: First Encounters with Alcohol 14:07 Post-High School Life: Family and Work 15:41 Meeting Her Husband: A Funny Story 18:14 Motherhood and Nursing School 21:39 The Accident: A Turning Point 24:00 Struggling with Addiction 27:18 Seeking Help and Legal Troubles 29:54 Relapse and Alcohol Dependency 36:41 Facing the Consequences of Poor Choices 36:59 Struggles with Guilt and Shame 37:51 Losing a Beloved Career 42:48 The Turning Point: Seeking Help 44:13 Entering Detox and the Road to Recovery 45:20 Rebuilding Relationships and Self-Identity 53:11 The Importance of Honesty and Vulnerability 55:47 Finding Peace and Purpose in Recovery 01:09:41 Encouragement for Those Struggling