Shame, Trauma and Recovery (Danielle’s Raw Recovery Story)

From postpartum depression to addiction and alcoholism, Danielle’s recovery journey proves that even the darkest paths can lead to purpose.

Danielle’s story isn’t one of trauma in childhood—but of how addiction can quietly creep in through postpartum depression, emotional abuse, and untreated trauma. From pills to alcohol, psych wards to jail, and now on the path to becoming an addiction counselor, Danielle’s story is a powerful reminder that addiction does not discriminate.

🎙️ In this episode of The Willpower Podcast, Danielle shares:

- How a strict, loving childhood turned into addiction chaos

- The reality of postpartum depression and cultural stigma

- Living with hidden addiction while raising 4 kids

- Alcohol withdrawal, cold turkey, and survival

- How one doctor changed everything

- Finding purpose through faith and recovery

👩‍👧‍👦 Now sober since 2019, Danielle is speaking out to help other women, mothers, and Muslims who feel alone in their addiction. Her courage, honesty, and strength are unforgettable.

📲 Follow Danielle on Instagram: @daniellemallad

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