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In this episode, Heather shares her journey on passing death to life, her struggles with addiction, mental health & the willingness to live, and finally, finding faith and freedom on her path to recovery.What we discussed during the show: 00:00 Intro01:20 Heather's favorite quote02:50 Heather's background03:50 How Heather’s struggle with substance abuse began05:20 How it progressed15:45 How she managed to stop and stay stopped21:30 What has Heather accomplished in her sobriety journey so far, and, what she hopes to accomplish in the future29:50 Heather's typical day during addiction vs. now35:07 Heather’s tips on addressing cravings40:25 Top 3 reasons why people fail at staying sober19:04 What the word 'recovery' means to Heather19:34 Heather’s rock bottom21:15 Happiest moment of life23:53 Has Heather forgiven herself?25:33 What do people often get wrong about her27:11 What is Heather trying to learn27:27 What Heather wished he knew when he was 2040:25 How can friends and family offer support49:40 Rapid Fire round - What Heather likes to do for funWhat is her favorite mealFavorite bookHow many hours of sleep she gets every nightA TV show Heather binged and thoroughly enjoyedOne thing she is truly grateful for today51:25 Heather’s advice to anyone struggling with addiction SoberSide Chat Podcast Details:Website: https://SoberSideChat.com/Shownotes & Transcript: https://sobersidechat.com/heather-stroh/Instagram: @sobersidechatTwitter: @sobersidechatOther episodes you might like:Choose Your StruggleLaw Enforcement, PTSD, Addiction & RecoveryAppreciating Little Things and Living a Purposeful Life in SobrietyEmbracing Discomfort to Begin Healing in SobrietyAdding “Alivefulness” to Life My Story: The Ripple Effects of AlcoholismWe are not Bad People Trying to be Good, We are Sick People Trying to be Well How Substance Abuse Destroys Families – A Lawyer’s Perspective on Addiction, Suicide & Relationships