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Navigating Life's Challenges: From Wall Street to Rehab with Sarah Shaffer

Episode 38 Published 1 year, 3 months ago

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Sarah's experience highlights the complex interplay between personal trauma and addiction. Through recounting her time on Wall Street during 9/11 and dealing with her son’s medical condition, she illustrates the immense pressure these situations placed on her mental health. Her struggles with substance abuse escalated until a wake-up call with her children forced her to address her addiction. Ultimately, Sarah's journey to sobriety was not just about overcoming addiction but transforming her entire life circumstance. Now, using her story, she empowers other women to face their vulnerabilities, guiding them through recovery with empathy and insight.

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Buy Sarah's amazing book here: https://thedumpsterfirediaries.com/books

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