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Bitch Is A Bad Word: A Domestic Violence Podcast on Healing and Empowerment

Toxic Parents: How Family Trauma Fuels Addiction - And How You Break Free with Josh Connolly

03 Jun 2025

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What happens when family trauma fuels addiction—and how do you break free?In this raw episode of Bitch Is A Bad Word, We're joined by Josh Connelly—a survivor of toxic parents, substance abuse, and emotional trauma who found sobriety and healing. Josh opens up about growing up with toxic family dynamics, battling addiction, and the difficult path to recovery and emotional freedom. Together, we dive deep into recognizing toxic parents, overcoming substance abuse triggered by family pain, and building a new life of hope and resilience.If you’re struggling with toxic family relationships, addiction, or healing from trauma—or supporting someone who is—this episode offers powerful insights and encouragement.Inside This Episode:How toxic parents and family trauma contribute to substance abuseSigns of emotional abuse and toxic family dynamicsJosh’s journey from addiction to sobriety and healingPractical steps for setting boundaries and rebuilding your lifeFinding hope and support on the path to recoveryAbout Josh Connelly:Josh is an advocate for mental health, addiction recovery, and healing from toxic family cycles. He shares his story to empower others facing similar battles.If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233You’re not alone. Your healing matters. We’ve got your back, Besties!-----Support our SPONSORSReality isn’t always what it seems…. it’s what you make it. PREORDER "THE LIGHTRUNNER" , Ally Walker’s (SONS OF ANARCHY) debut thriller!!! Comes out on Amazon and Barnes and Noble June 6th but is Available for preorder NOW! Go to www.allywalkerofficial.com for more info.Listen wherever you get your podcastsWatch: YouTubeJoin: PatreonFollow: Instagram TikTokSubscribe: Newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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