The Good Hustle Podcast

Overcoming Addiction and Loss: How Susan Wood Rebuilt Her Life After Tragedy

β€’ John Henry & Zach Williamson β€’ Season 2 β€’ Episode 4

πŸš€ How Do You Rebuild Your Life After Trauma and Addiction?

Susan Wood’s story is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, no matter how deep the pain. After losing her brother to suicide and surviving sexual assault, Susan turned to alcohol to copeβ€”until addiction nearly destroyed her life.

In this deeply personal episode of The Good Hustle Podcast, Susan opens up about how hitting rock bottom became her turning point. She shares how she rebuilt her life, found strength in motherhood, and discovered a renewed sense of purpose.

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πŸŽ™οΈ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

βœ”οΈ The heartbreaking loss of her brother and the trauma that followed
βœ”οΈ How addiction took over her lifeβ€”and how she found the strength to get sober
βœ”οΈ The turning point that helped her reclaim her life and build a thriving career
βœ”οΈ Finding love, rebuilding her self-worth, and becoming a mother
βœ”οΈ Susan’s advice to anyone struggling with addiction or grief

πŸ’‘ β€œNo matter how broken you feel, you can heal. Recovery is possible.”

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➑️ If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or mental health, you are not alone. Help is available. Check out the resources linked below.

🎧 Listen to The Good Hustle Podcast:
βœ”οΈ Spotify ➝ The Good Hustle Podcast
βœ”οΈ Apple Podcasts ➝ The Good Hustle Podcast

πŸ“² Connect with Susan Wood:
✴️ Instagram ➝ @itssusanwood
✴️ Facebook ➝ @itssusanwood
✴️ Tiktok ➝ @itssusanwood_

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πŸ’‘ Mental Health & Addiction Resources:

  • Alcoholics Anonymous ➝ https://www.aa.org – Find local meetings and support.
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) ➝ https://www.samhsa.gov – 24/7 helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for addiction and mental health support.
  • Suicide Prevention Hotline ➝ Dial 988 (U.S.) – 24/7 support for emotional distress or crisis.
  • Crisis Text Line ➝ Text HOME to 741741 – Free 24/7 support.

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