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From Wreckage to Recovery: Tim Lineaweaver’s Journey Through Trauma, Addiction, and Healing

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In this powerful episode of Victim 2 Victor, we welcome Tim Lineaweaver, a seasoned therapist, writer, and speaker who has dedicated over three decades to helping individuals navigate the complexities of addiction, trauma, and mental health.

Tim opens up about his own tumultuous upbringing marked by physical, sexual, and verbal abuse, and the profound impact of his father's alcoholism. He candidly discusses how these early experiences led him down a path of self-medication, resulting in significant personal losses, including a marriage, custody of his daughter, and financial stability.However, Tim's story is one of resilience and transformation.
At the age of 28, Tim made the courageous decision to get clean and sober, a commitment he has maintained joyously since 1984. He returned to academia, earning a summa cum laude degree from the University of Massachusetts in Boston, followed by a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Lesley University . Tim has since become a prominent figure in the field, contributing to various media outlets and serving as an adjunct professor.

In this episode, Tim shares:

  • The challenges of growing up in a household plagued by addiction and abuse
  • The emotional toll of trauma, including low self-esteem, shame, anger, depression, and anxiety
  • His journey to sobriety and the pivotal moments that spurred his healing
  • Insights into shifting from a victim mentality to a more functional viewpoint
  • The importance of self-care practices in maintaining recovery

Tim's story is a testament to the human capacity for change and the possibility of finding purpose after adversity. His experiences offer valuable insights for anyone grappling with the aftermath of trauma or supporting others on their healing journey.

To learn more about Tim and read his essays on trauma and recovery, visit timlineaweaver.com.

Support the show

Connect with me:
- Sign up to my Webinar: https://victim2victor.net/webinar-registration
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victim2victor
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victim2victor_anuverma/
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anuvermav2v
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victim_2_victor/
- Website: https://victim2victor.net
- Victim 2 Victor Audio Book: https://adbl.co/3akVNCu
- Victim 2 Victor Book - Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Victim-Victor-inspirational-struggle-overcoming/dp/1649530951/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

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In this powerful episode of Victim 2 Victor, we welcome Tim Lineaweaver, a seasoned therapist, writer, and speaker who has dedicated over three decades to helping individuals navigate the complexities of addiction, trauma, and mental health.

Tim opens up about his own tumultuous upbringing marked by physical, sexual, and verbal abuse, and the profound impact of his father's alcoholism. He candidly discusses how these early experiences led him down a path of self-medication, resulting in significant personal losses, including a marriage, custody of his daughter, and financial stability.However, Tim's story is one of resilience and transformation.
At the age of 28, Tim made the courageous decision to get clean and sober, a commitment he has maintained joyously since 1984. He returned to academia, earning a summa cum laude degree from the University of Massachusetts in Boston, followed by a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Lesley University . Tim has since become a prominent figure in the field, contributing to various media outlets and serving as an adjunct professor.

In this episode, Tim shares:

  • The challenges of growing up in a household plagued by addiction and abuse
  • The emotional toll of trauma, including low self-esteem, shame, anger, depression, and anxiety
  • His journey to sobriety and the pivotal moments that spurred his healing
  • Insights into shifting from a victim mentality to a more functional viewpoint
  • The importance of self-care practices in maintaining recovery

Tim's story is a testament to the human capacity for change and the possibility of finding purpose after adversity. His experiences offer valuable insights for anyone grappling with the aftermath of trauma or supporting others on their healing journey.

To learn more about Tim and read his essays on trauma and recovery, visit timlineaweaver.com.

Support the show

Connect with me:
- Sign up to my Webinar: https://victim2victor.net/webinar-registration
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victim2victor
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victim2victor_anuverma/
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anuvermav2v
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victim_2_victor/
- Website: https://victim2victor.net
- Victim 2 Victor Audio Book: https://adbl.co/3akVNCu
- Victim 2 Victor Book - Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Victim-Victor-inspirational-struggle-overcoming/dp/1649530951/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

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