In this conversation, Hilary Phelps sits down with Marci Hopkins, who shares her journey of recovery from addiction, emphasizing the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. She discusses her personal experiences, the role of spirituality, and the impact of trauma on mental health. Marci encourages listeners to find purpose through pain, practice gratitude and forgiveness, and navigate life transitions with authenticity. Her message is one of hope, reminding everyone that they are worthy of happiness and love.
Takeaways
- Marci emphasizes the importance of breaking the stigma around mental health and addiction.
- She shares her personal journey of recovery and the pivotal moments that led her to seek help.
- Marci discusses the role of spirituality in her recovery process.
- She highlights the impact of trauma on mental health and the importance of addressing it.
- Marci encourages finding purpose through pain and using experiences to help others.
- She talks about the significance of gratitude and forgiveness in rebuilding life after addiction.
- Marci offers advice for women navigating life transitions and finding their passions.
- She stresses the importance of authenticity in the media and personal life.
- Marci shares her belief that everyone is worthy of happiness and love.
- She concludes with a message of hope for those feeling lost or disconnected.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Marcy's Journey
04:08 Breaking the Stigma of Addiction and Mental Health
07:07 Understanding the Spectrum of Alcohol Use
10:09 Marcy's Pivotal Moment: The Decision to Change
13:14 The Role of Higher Power in Recovery
16:07 Rebuilding Life After Addiction
19:00 The Power of Gratitude and Self-Love
28:00 The Power of Gratitude and Forgiveness
29:11 Finding Purpose Through Pain
32:15 The Journey to Media and Healing
36:00 Mental Health and Addiction Awareness
41:29 Navigating Perfectionism and Authenticity
46:39 Empowering Women in Transition
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