Elizabeth Pearson | From Alcohol Addiction, Trauma, & OCD to Healing Through 12-Step Sobriety

Elizabeth Pearson shares her powerful addiction recovery story, detailing her struggles with alcohol, OCD, sexual trauma, and deep depression. From secretive drinking, an abusive relationship, and a near-suicide, she found healing through 12-step recovery, community, and running marathons. A story of transformation, faith, and finding purpose in sobriety.Explore mental health and addiction treatment options: https://recovery.comConnect with Elizabeth: https://www.instagram.com/eatlizabeth/00:00 Introduction and First Impressions00:30 Meet Elizabeth Pearson01:55 Early Struggles with Alcohol03:43 College Life and Drinking Culture06:51 Dealing with Trauma and Addiction12:33 The Turning Point15:24 Finding Sobriety and Support19:23 Embracing Recovery25:26 The Power of Community28:20 Diagnosed with OCD: A New Perspective28:45 Understanding OCD Beyond Stereotypes29:06 Alcoholism and OCD: The Connection30:47 Daily Practices for Managing OCD and Alcoholism31:49 The Importance of Asking for Help33:27 Navigating Relationships in Sobriety39:22 Spirituality and Running in Recovery44:30 Family Healing Through Recovery48:45 The Gift of Recovery: A New Life52:38 Final Thoughts and Social Media