In this deeply moving episode of Power to Her, we explore what it’s like to grow up around addiction and abuse — and the incredible strength it takes to walk away from it as an adult.

This conversation shares the raw reality of living with a loved one’s addiction, the emotional scars that linger, and the moment you realise that protecting your own children sometimes means stepping away from someone you love.

It’s about choosing peace over pain. It’s about breaking the cycle and deciding that your story, and your children’s story, will look different.

You’ll hear how awareness turns into healing, and how setting boundaries — though painful — can also become one of the most empowering acts of love.

If this episode resonates with you, please remember that you’re not alone. Support is out there, and reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Here are some places you can find help and guidance in the UK:

We Are With You – free, confidential support for anyone affected by drugs, alcohol, or mental health struggles: wearewithyou.org.uk

Addiction Family Support – for people impacted by someone else’s addiction: addictionfamilysupport.org.uk

Refuge – 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline offering confidential help for women and children: refuge.org.uk

Women’s Aid – support and information about domestic abuse: womensaid.org.uk

NSPCC – if you’re concerned about a child affected by abuse: call 0808 800 5000 or visit nspcc.org.uk

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Thank you so much for listening to this episode and for being part of the Power to Her community. These are not easy conversations, but by sharing them, we create space for healing, compassion, and change.

If you’d like to get in touch, share your own story, or simply connect, you can reach me at thepowertoherpod@gmail.com or on Instagram @the.power,to,her,pod

Until next time — take care of yourself, keep your heart open, and remember: your story has power.