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Leanne's struggle with alcohol and cocaine took her to the brink. Now 3 years sober she tells the tale.

Author
Brad McLeod
Published
Thu 08 Feb 2024
Episode Link
https://www.sobermotivationpodcast.com/e/leannes-struggle-with-alcohol-and-cocaine-took-her-to-the-brink-now-3-years-sober-she-tells-the-tale/

Leanne shares her journey of overcoming addiction to alcohol and cocaine, and the transformations she sees in her life since choosing recovery. She openly discusses her early life experiences, her struggles being adopted, dealing with ADHD, the pressures of a dancing career, and her almost life-ending relationship with substance abuse.  Leanne’s daughter was born with serious health conditions and she struggled to cope and went deeper and deeper into her addiction.  Leanne stresses the importance of honesty and introspection in recovery and the need for help and connection. Leanne and her daughter Darcy have a saying ‘We Move’ and from listening to her story you will understand the importance sobriety plays in her life.. This is Leannne’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.


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00:25 Leanne's Childhood and Adoption


01:11 The Impact of Adoption on Leanne's Life


03:04 Leanne's School Life and Early Struggles


04:58 The Start of Substance Abuse


11:00 Leanne's Dance Career and Its Abrupt End


14:45 The Downward Spiral: Alcohol, Drugs, and Loss of Identity


20:26 Attempts at Seeking Help and the Struggle of Honesty


24:00 Leanne's Life Amidst Chaos: Relationships, Work, and Addiction


25:10 The Unexpected Pregnancy and the Shocking News


27:13 The Birth of Darcy and the Struggles that Followed


27:31 The Spiral into Addiction and the Wake-up Call


29:06 The Turning Point: A Near-Death Experience


30:22 The Journey to Sobriety and Self-Discovery


31:11 The Power of Presence and the Fight for Life


32:36 The Struggle for Survival and the Power of Sharing


36:41 The Importance of Honesty and the Steps to Recovery


39:17 The Impact of Sobriety on Relationships


42:20 The Power of Giving and the Journey to Self-Realization


45:32 The Challenges of Single Parenthood and the Power of Resilience


48:23 The Power of Sobriety and the Gift of Life


49:53 The Importance of Truth and the Call to Action

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