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Episode 40 -Trusting GUS: A Journey of Resilience with Hilary Young
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In this conversation, Hilary Young shares her profound journey of healing from a tumultuous childhood marked by trauma, abuse, and addiction. Through her experiences, she discusses the importance of spiritual awakening, the role of divine love, and the power of forgiveness. Hilary recounts her encounters with angels, a near-death experience, and her journey towards understanding the interconnectedness of all beings. The conversation emphasizes the significance of positive energy, meditation, and the responsibility to love and support one another in the face of life's challenges. In this conversation, Hilary Young shares her harrowing journey through addiction, liver failure, and the struggle for sobriety. She discusses the pivotal moments that led her to reconnect with her spirituality and the divine, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and creativity in her healing process. Hilary also highlights the presence of angels in everyday life and the transformative power of love and trust in overcoming personal challenges.
Hilary Young is the author of Trusting Gus, a raw and inspiring memoir about resilience, addiction recovery, and the presence of a higher power she calls the "Great Universal Spirit" (Gus). Raised by an abusive, bipolar alcoholic, Hilary navigated a turbulent childhood, battled addiction, and ultimately found sobriety later in life. A near-death experience from liver failure at 58 motivated her to share her story, revealing the moments of grace that shaped her journey. Readers connect deeply with Trusting Gus, responding with their own stories of trauma, supernatural encounters, and personal awakenings. Hilary’s writing is heartfelt and unfiltered, aiming to inspire without preaching. She self-published her memoir to show that healing and transformation are always possible. Beyond writing, she works as a hairstylist, engaging in meaningful conversations with clients. She currently lives in California, where she continues to share her story of hope, survival, and spiritual discovery.
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Chapters
1. Episode 40 -Trusting GUS: A Journey of Resilience with Hilary Young (00:00:00)
2. Closing Thoughts: The Importance of Connection (00:03:01)
3. Introduction to Midlife and Growth (00:04:39)
4. Interview with Hilary Young (00:50:52)
5. Hilary's Turbulent Childhood Experiences (01:02:29)
6. Near (01:12:39)
7. Healing from Addiction and Trauma (01:42:43)
8. The Role of Spirituality in Recovery (03:33:37)
9. Writing as a Healing Journey (05:27:05)
10. Lessons Learned: Embracing Love and Forgiveness (10:21:01)
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