Growing Up with a Parent Who Struggled with Addiction: Joanna & Catie discuss Finding Peace, Setting Boundaries, and Breaking the Cycle

This week on So, It’s Not Just Me, Catie is returning to share her powerful story of growing up with a parent who struggled with addiction. From missed milestones to moments of silent strength, she opens up about how her childhood shaped her teenage years, early adulthood, and her life now as a wife and mom.

We talk about what it means to set healthy boundaries, how to navigate emotional triggers during life’s big events, and how she’s breaking the cycle for her own children. This conversation is honest, emotional, and full of wisdom — especially for those who know what it’s like to love someone with an addiction.

💛 Whether this is your experience or someone you love is living it, we hope this episode reminds you: you're not alone, and your healing matters.
 📘 Catie’s mom has also written a book about her own journey through addiction and recovery. You can check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C12D3F5Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_5