How Carol Look Found Joy Despite Her Loved Ones Struggling with Addiction

Have you ever felt trapped by the weight of someone else's addiction? In this episode of the Life Shift podcast, I sit down with Carol Look, a psychotherapist and EFT coach, who shares her journey of finding happiness and purpose despite growing up in a family plagued by alcoholism. Carol takes us through her early years, where she excelled academically and athletically while constantly living on edge, waiting for the next relapse of her parents' addiction. She recounts the pivotal moment during a family rehab visit when a recovering addict's words shattered her perception of what was possible.Breaking Free from the Cycle of AnxietyHow Carol's hypervigilance affected her daily life and relationshipsThe power of energy healing techniques in calming her nervous systemOvercoming the guilt and shame associated with a loved one's addiction Embracing a New Path of HealingCarol's transition from corporate life to becoming a psychotherapistThe importance of community in healing trauma and addictionHow writing "The Yes Code" helped Carol process her own story Finding Joy Amidst Ongoing ChallengesRebuilding a relationship with her mother after long-term sobrietyLearning to accept and validate uncomfortable emotionsThe ongoing process of grief and how it shapes us As you listen to this episode, consider:In what ways might you be holding onto anxiety or hypervigilance in your own life?How can you create space for both healing and joy, even when facing ongoing challenges?What steps can you take to build a supportive community around you? Join us for this inspiring conversation that reminds us it's possible to find happiness and purpose, even when those we love continue to struggle. Carol's journey offers hope and practical insights for anyone navigating the complex emotions surrounding addiction and family trauma. To learn more about Carol Look and her work, visit her website at carollook.com. There, you can find information about her coaching programs, workshops, and book "The Yes Code: Transforming Sabotage into Success." Learn more about how to create a life you love, one “yes” at a time. Get access to Carol's free video: The #1 Mistake People Make That Keeps Them STUCK! Along with powerful weekly abundance tips to make sure that you keep moving forward at https://www.carollook.com/ Resources: To listen in on more conversations about pivotal moments that changed lives forever, subscribe to "The Life Shift" on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Access ad-free episodes released two days early: https://patreon.com/thelifeshiftpodcast Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelifeshiftpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/thelifeshiftpodcast YouTube: https://bit.ly/thelifeshift_youtube Twitter: www.twitter.com/thelifeshiftpod LinkedIn: <a...