Episode Details

Feeling trapped in codependency, doom-scrolling isolation, or fear of real vulnerability in your 20s? Dr. Sarah Michaud (40+ years sober, clinical psychologist & author) shares her raw journey from rock bottom overdose to freedom. Learn why addiction is deeper than substances, how tech is stealing connections (over 50% of young adults have no best friend), and practical tools to build trust, tolerate feelings, and reclaim your life. Perfect for anyone craving clarity, resilience, and real relationships over fake validation. Walk away with mindset shifts and habits you can use tomorrow.

Key Highlights:

• ​Her 40-year sobriety story & hitting bottom at 24
• ​Codependency as the hidden addiction (external validation, fear of feelings)
• ​Social media’s damage: isolation, betrayal, loss of self
• ​Building real intimacy & trust in relationships
• ​Gratitude, service, humor & surrendering as recovery keys

Connect with Dr. Sarah Michaud

Website: http://drsarahmichaud.com/

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@leavingcrazytown

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Chapters

0:00 - Intro & Welcome

0:38 - Dr. Sarah’s Background & 40-Year Sobriety Journey

2:15 - Rock Bottom at 24 & Early Recovery

5:10 - Codependency Explained: The Hidden Addiction

8:45 - How Tech & Social Media Fuel Isolation & Fear

12:30 - Building Real Relationships & Vulnerability

15:20 - Practical Tools: Gratitude, Service & Tolerating Feelings

18:40 - Mindset Shifts for Long-Term Freedom

21:15 - Rapid Fire Advice for 20s

23:50 - Closing Takeaways & Guest Contacts