From Trauma to Triumph: Overcoming Abuse, Addiction, and Shame

For years, Diane carried trauma, shame, and addiction in silence. In this powerful conversation, she shares how childhood abuse, alcoholism, and broken relationships nearly destroyed her life, and how facing the truth led her to healing, sobriety, and purpose. This episode is a raw and honest look at resilience, faith, and the courage it takes to break cycles, rebuild your identity, and create a future you never thought was possible.   In this episode: -Diane’s story of childhood sexual abuse and silence -Why so many survivors never report trauma -How unresolved trauma can lead to addiction -Breaking generational cycles of alcoholism -The power of therapy, healing, and self-awareness -Building a new identity after trauma -Finding healthy relationships after years of pain   *Follow* Michelle May O'Neil https://www.instagram.com/themichellemayoneil/ Diane St Yves Brewer https://www.instagram.com/diane_st._yves_brewer/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.