30 | I Finally Saw What Addiction Took From Me

I didn’t realize how much of my life I was missing until I got sober.   For years, addiction had me chasing the next high instead of actually experiencing the life happening right in front of me.   I could be physically present, but mentally somewhere else.   Then something happened that made me realize just how much God had changed me. I went on a family vacation to watch my seven-year-old niece play in the World Series, and for the first time, I experienced a family vacation completely sober.   And it hit me.   I was actually there.   I was enjoying my family. I was noticing the little things. I was sitting in peace. I wasn't looking for something to escape into.   I was finally experiencing my own life, at an unfamiliar and fun place like the beach and with my family!   In this episode, I'm sharing what this moment taught me about addiction recovery, sobriety, being present, finding peace, and allowing God to restore the parts of your life that addiction tried to steal.   We talk about: My first family vacation sober after addiction What addiction taught me about constantly chasing the next high Why being physically present doesn't always mean you're actually present How sobriety has changed the way I experience my life Learning to sit in silence and peace Why peace can feel uncomfortable when you're used to chaos Letting God strip away the things keeping you from experiencing life Finding joy in ordinary moments What I've learned through my recovery journey Encouragement for anyone struggling with addiction or trying to maintain sobriety   If you're struggling with addiction recovery, sobriety, sober living, or feeling disconnected from your own life, I hope my story reminds you that you aren't too far gone.   God can restore what addiction tried to take from you.   He can teach you how to slow down.   How to be present.   How to experience peace.   And how to actually see the life He's given you. 🤍   You don't have to spend the rest of your life chasing something that never satisfies you. Including the phone and any other indulgences!   There is a life waiting for you on the other side of addiction.   And sometimes, you don't realize how beautiful it is until you finally become present enough to see it.   If this episode encouraged you, I'd love for you to leave a review and share it with another woman who needs this reminder today.   🩵Ready for personalized support? I’m currently offering 1:1 coaching for Christian women who feel stuck in healing, relationships, boundaries, identity, or confidence.   Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/herredemptionstory/onehourcall       Connect With Me 📌 Join the Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18hWdJBwui/  📧 Email: [email protected]  📝 Your Listener Notes: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/2073438/178599919511143891/share  🎙️ New episodes every Friday at 5 PM EST