356. Surviving the past and the power to change with Maddie from NSW

*****TRIGGER WARNING***** This episode contains conversations describing domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised, please take care of yourself as you listen. In this episode, Maddie shares her profound journey from childhood experiences with alcohol to her struggles with addiction and the impact of family dynamics on her life. She recounts her early encounters with alcohol, the normalisation of substance use in her family, and the traumatic events that shaped her path. Maddie discusses the challenges of recovery, the search for identity, and the ongoing journey towards healing and reconciliation with her family. In this conversation, Maddie shares her profound journey through psychological abuse, addiction, and the path to sobriety. She reflects on her experiences with a verbally abusive partner, her struggles with alcohol, and the impact of her upbringing on her choices. Maddie discusses her transformation during pregnancy, the challenges of living in a small town, and the importance of community support in her recovery. She emphasises the significance of forgiveness, both for herself and her family, and the ongoing work required to heal from generational trauma. Ultimately, Maddie's story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and the power of change. For more resources such as coaching or to join the next HIQA challenge go to Follow HIQA insta @howiquitalcohol Music for Podcast intro and outro written by Danni Carr performed by Mr Cassidy If you are struggling with physical dependancy on alcohol consider contacting a local AA meeting or a drug and alcohol therapist. Always consult a GP before stopping alcohol. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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356. Surviving the past and the power to change with Maddie from NSW is an episode from How I quit alcohol by Danni Carr.

This episode is 1:12:15 long.

This episode was published on Feb 21, 2026.

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