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SummaryI grew up in a home shadowed by my parents’ addiction and the trauma of my dad’s accident. By eleven, I was using drugs alongside my brother, and by seventeen I was a teen mother trapped in harder substances, jail, and abusive relationships. But in my darkest hour, God answered my cry—I found a sponsor through Narcotics Anonymous, discovered a life-giving church, and felt His healing presence restore my self-worth. Today, I’m clean, raising my daughter by faith, and thriving as a saleswoman. With God’s grace, the chains that once bound me have fallen away, and I live with purpose and hope. 😔➡️🙌💕🕊️

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about substance abuse, domestic violence, addiction, and emotional trauma that may be sensitive or triggering for some listeners.

In this deeply moving episode of Strength and Stories, Heidi takes us on an extraordinary journey of breaking free from the chains of addiction and finding her true purpose in life. Raised in a home shadowed by addiction and emotional hardship, Heidi’s early years were filled with pain, loss, and destructive choices. But her story is not one of defeat—it’s a testament to the power of resilience and the ability to change the course of your life, no matter where you start.

Heidi opens up about the pivotal moments that ignited her transformation—times when she faced her darkest fears, confronted painful truths, and made the courageous decision to leave behind the destructive patterns that once controlled her life. Through this journey, she not only overcame addiction but rediscovered her worth, strength, and capacity for growth.
Her story is a reminder that breaking the cycle of hurt, self-doubt, and addiction is possible. It shows that even in the face of overwhelming challenges, we all have the power to find clarity, embrace our purpose, and rise to new heights.

Heidi’s journey is an inspiring call to anyone who feels trapped in their past—showing that with determination, self-love, and a willingness to change, you can find the strength to create a new chapter in your story. This episode will leave you empowered, hopeful, and reminded that it’s never too late to break the cycle and live a life full of purpose.

If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone. Reach out for support through this link to Narcotics Anonymous – help is available when you’re ready. https://iowa-na.org/

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Time Chapters
 
01:05 Early Years of Addiction
05:23 Trauma and Hard Choices
12:15 Becoming a Teen Mother
16:42 Captured and Escaped
19:40 Journey to Sobriety
20:57 New Purpose in Sales

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