S2 E5 Cristina Preston

Jakob was MIA, playing nurse for his sick girlfriend, so Chris and Jeff held it down.But don’t worry, this episode still packs a punch.Guest: Cristina PrestonMinistry Leader at Celebrate Recovery at Connect Church in Fenton, MO. But don’t let the “ministry leader” title fool you—this ain't some holier-than-thou sermon. Cristina's been through the trenches: heroin, crack, drug dealing, debts, and even surviving sex trafficking. Rock bottom wasn’t just a place; it was her reality. But she clawed her way back and now helps others do the same.Topics Covered:The loneliness and shame that fuel addictionHow childhood trauma shapes mental healthThe insane journey from prescription meds to heroinWhat happens when you completely lose control—and how to get it backThe grind of the fitness industry, and how self-worth gets twistedFinding love, navigating blended families, and why forgiveness is a damn superpowerCristina’s Message:Your past does NOT define you. You’ve got a purpose, and your worst moments can be the key to helping someone else.For more on Celebrate Recoveryhttps://www.connectchurchstl.com/celebraterecoveryShoutout to Our Sponsors: 🔪 Bertarelli Cutlery – Keeping your blades sharper than your mother-in-law’s tongue. BertarelliCo.com 🏥 Illinois Recovery Center – If you’re struggling, get help. No BS, just real recovery. IllinoisRecoveryCenter.com