In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Mary Beth O'Connor, whose childhood traumas led to a decades-long battle with substance use disorder. From her early struggles with alcohol and drugs to finding sobriety through a secular recovery plan, Mary Beth shares her inspiring story of overcoming adversity and addiction. Discover how Mary Beth's innovative approach to recovery, incorporating ideas from various sources, has empowered her to maintain sobriety since 1994. As a board member for LifeRing Secular Recovery and She Recovers Foundation, she advocates for multiple paths to recovery and addresses topics ranging from substance use disorder to trauma, anxiety, and domestic violence. Delve into Mary Beth's award-winning memoir, "From Junkie to Judge: One Woman's Triumph Over Trauma and Addiction," and explore her insights on building resilience, fostering community support, and navigating the complexities of the justice system. From her journey to becoming a federal Administrative Law Judge to her advocacy for change within the addiction recovery landscape, Mary Beth's story is both poignant and illuminating. Join us for a profound conversation that sheds light on the resilience of the human spirit and offers hope to those facing similar challenges. Don't miss this captivating episode filled with insights into overcoming darkness and finding triumph against all odds. #RecoveryJourney #Resilience #PodcastEpisode

More about Mary Beth O’Conner: https://junkietojudge.com/

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