S3E14: Healing is possible: The CARRIE EBERTS GRANT Story

In this episode of the Healing Sucks Podcast, host Jackey Hall interviews Carrie Eberts Grant, an abuse survivor who shares her harrowing journey from a troubled childhood marked by drug abuse and neglect to her experiences with adoption, family dysfunction, and the impact of abuse. Carrie discusses her coping mechanisms, including stealing and self-harm, and how music became a vital outlet for her. The conversation delves into the complexities of family dynamics, the struggles of growing up in an abusive environment, and the path to healing and recovery. In this conversation, Carrie Eberts Grant shares her tumultuous journey through addiction, trauma, and healing. She discusses her struggles with alcohol, the impact of her family dynamics, and the challenges of teen pregnancy. Carrie reflects on the pain of giving up her child for adoption and how it led her to drug use as a coping mechanism. She opens up about her experiences with trauma, including rape and PTSD, and the journey towards self-awareness and healing through therapy. Ultimately, Carrie emphasizes the importance of forgiveness and her commitment to helping other survivors.