Recovery On Both Sides: A Mother & Daughter Story Of Healing

Send us Fan MailA mother and daughter getting sober at the same time sounds inspiring, until you hear what it actually takes: naming the family patterns, setting real boundaries, and staying in the room for the hard conversations. I’m joined by Sherry Young and Julie Hurley to talk about how addiction shows up inside a family system and how recovery becomes possible when we stop performing “fine” and start telling the truth. Their story spans early drinking, blackout shame, high-functioning denial, and the moment consequences finally force clarity.We dig into rebuilding trust after addiction, what forgiveness does and does not mean, and why emotional connection matters more than perfect parenting. Julie shares what it looks like to be sober while still repeating old patterns, and Sherry reflects on growing up around alcoholism and how that shaped control, safety, and the hunger for attachment. If you’ve ever felt “manageably unmanageable,” this conversation puts language to that experience and offers a path forward grounded in community and humility.We also talk about the work they do through Right Fit, helping families, therapists, and treatment professionals navigate complex case management, higher levels of care, and the messy reality of crisis. You’ll hear practical guidance for moms who feel lost, including how to get curious, ask for help, and put the oxygen mask on first.If you find this helpful, subscribe, share the episode with someone who needs hope today, and leave a review so more families can find these recovery stories.If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, you don’t have to face it alone.Valiant Living helps men and their families move from crisis to stability through clinically driven care, community, and hope.Learn more about our programs at www.valiantliving.com or call us confidentially at (720) 796-6885 to speak with someone who can help.