Overcoming Trauma & Addiction With So Young Founder & CEO Catherine Choi

In this episode of Love Saranghae with Peter & Andrea, Catherine Choi shares her extraordinary journey from a challenging childhood marked by emotional abuse and addiction to becoming the founder of So Young, a sustainable lifestyle brand. Katherine discusses her early experiences, the impact of family dynamics, and her descent into addiction, ultimately leading to a powerful turning point in her life. Her story is one of resilience, empowerment, and the importance of healing and self-worth. Catherine Choi shares her powerful journey from addiction to recovery, detailing the pivotal moments that led her to seek help and ultimately transform her life. Through her experiences, she emphasizes the importance of asking for help, the miracles found in desperation, and the small, consistent steps that lead to significant change. Catherine also discusses the birth of her business, which serves as a platform for sharing her story and connecting with others. Her message encourages listeners to embrace their own journeys of transformation and to recognize the power of their stories.

To Contact Catherine:

Website: https://soyoung.ca

Instagram: @catherine.soyoung

Takeaways

• Katherine Choi's journey is one of resilience and transformation.
• Her childhood experiences shaped her sense of self and self-worth.
• Addiction can stem from a desire to escape emotional pain.
• Family dynamics play a crucial role in personal development.
• Catherine's relationship with her father was complex and challenging.
• Catherine's addiction led her to a dark place, impacting her life significantly.
• The turning point in her life came from a moment of truth and fear.
• Recovery is a journey that requires confronting one's past.
• Empowerment can emerge from personal struggles and healing.
• Katherine's brand, So Young, reflects her journey of empowerment and sustainability. Catherine memorized a prayer card to cope with anxiety.
• She prayed for a miracle during her darkest moments.
• Her sister was waiting for her to reach out.
• Detox brought a sense of home and connection.
• Recovery led to a profound sense of gratitude.
• Sharing her story opened doors for others to connect.
• It's never too late to begin again.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Katherine Choi

02:31 Childhood and Early Struggles

10:04 The Descent into Addiction

15:48 The Impact of Family Dynamics

24:00 The Turning Point and Recovery

26:18 Finding Miracles in Desperation

30:19 The Turning Point: Asking for Help

32:33 The Detox Journey Begins

37:48 The Gift of Recovery

39:05 Building a New Life

44:24 The Birth of a Business Idea

52:05 Sharing the Story: A New Connection

56:55 Encouragement for Transformation

01:00:04 Pack Your Power: Small Steps to Change

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