Addiction, Recovery and Healing Across Generations

Why am I publishing this episode, this week? Because so many of us are spending time with our families over Thanksgiving and will be facing familial patterns that may or may not suit us in our current lives. IMO, all families are dysfunctional in one manner or another. What were the quirks of yours? How has that impacted your life? Modern life can be overwhelming and we usually don’t pause to reflect on our habits or family dynamics until something breaks. In this episode, Andrea Arlington talks about her path to recognizing the patterns that were working, those that weren’t and demonstrating the power to change her family’s trajectory. Andrea’s journey is not one for the faint of heart. It involves the tumultuous world of celebrity, the unforgiving glare of the media, and the personal battles that come with addiction. Her daughter, once on the front page of the LA Times for burglarizing Orlando Bloom’s home, became the catalyst for Andrea’s awakening. “I was a broken child in an adult body trying to be a parent, which wasn’t a good combination.”​ -Andrea Arlington Facing the reality of her daughter’s opioid addiction and her own crumbling life, Andrea began to peel back the layers of generational trauma and emotional neglect that had shaped her existence. This episode is a raw and honest exploration of the depths to which addiction can take a person and the heights one can reach through genuine self-reflection and therapeutic work. Andrea’s story is interwoven with powerful insights into the nature of shame, trauma, and the illusion of control. She shares her understanding of how setting boundaries, practicing nonviolent communication, and fostering empathy can transform relationships and aid in recovery. Andrea’s experience as a model, actress, and mother brings a unique perspective to the discussion of self-worth and the societal pressures that can lead to substance use and addiction. Listeners will find themselves moved by Andrea’s courage to confront her past, change her narrative, and use her experiences to help others. Her work with families and individuals struggling with addiction shows that it is possible to break the cycle of generational trauma and build a life filled with purpose and connection.   Listen here or     New Cover, Same Award Winning Text   What they're saying:   “This is a beautiful book about life, its imperfections, its challenges, and its joys. It is a book of hope and wisdom for all of us facing a bump in the road.” –Pragito Dove   “Pat has woven together beautiful stories of life setbacks that have been transformed into spiritual growth. This book is a gift and a must-read for souls experiencing pain and yearning for growth.”   –Gary Hensel   Learn more at   Follow Bump on: ➡️  ➡️  ➡️  ➡️  ➡️