In this episode, Ray is joined by the remarkable Laura Cathcart Robbins, author of Stash: My Life in Hiding. Laura is an author, writer, speaker, and podcast host of “The Only One In The Room Podcast.” Together, they explore the powerful themes of vulnerability, transformation, and the courage it takes to break free from the shadows of addiction.

Laura discusses her personal journey through addiction and recovery, as detailed in her acclaimed memoir. She shares how on the outside she was a PTA mom, successful businesswoman, and loving wife and mother. But underneath she was dealing with addiction to Ambien and alcohol. She opens up about the societal pressures and internal struggles she faced while hiding her addiction and how coming out of hiding became a pivotal moment in her recovery. In fact, she didn’t even want to be in recovery, but put her kids above her own momentary satisfaction. She discusses the importance of confronting one's truth and the transformative power of vulnerability in the healing process.

Laura’s Toolkit:

• Acknowledge your struggles

• Seek vulnerability to open the doors to personal growth

• Join a recovery program that will keep you encouraged

• Create safe spaces for honest conversations

• Build a support network to keep yourself accountable and encouraged

• Share your story to help yourself heal and inspire others 

• Prioritize mental health

• Prioritize children and family

• Stay hopeful in remembering that transformation is possible

Laura’s details 

Website: https://lauracathcartrobbins.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauracathcartrobbins/

The Only One in the Room Podcast: https://theonlyonepod.com/

Laura’s book “Stash: My Life in Hiding”: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Stash/Laura-Cathcart-Robbins/9781668005347

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