315 Kattie Lail: Overcoming Meth Addiction and helping others to do the same

Kattie was exposed to meth at a very young age. Both her parents struggled with meth addiction, which resulted in a very dysfunctional home. When she was arrested at 19, Kattie realized she didn’t want to continue going down the same path. She went on to be a counselor of high-risk populations and remained sober for a number of years. After a relapse she was arrested on federal charges and spent three years in prison. That’s when Kattie finally started to accept help from the people around her. She found a loving, supportive community to help her maintain wellness.
She has a passion for criminal justice reform and wants to serve as a voice for those who are voiceless. She now serves as Addiction Wellness Coach Supervisor at Face It TOGETHER, a nonprofit dedicated to helping those impacted by addiction, including loved ones, get well. She’s a wealth of knowledge and empathy and uses her painful past experiences to help others.
                            
3 top tips for my audience:
1. Ask for help. It took me so long to accept help from people in my life. Once I did, it made all the difference.
2. Let go of your anger. I spent many years angry, especially at my Mom. As I’ve grown older, I’ve found much more compassion for her.
3. Incorporate mindfulness into your wellness whenever you can. I’m a big believer in the power of being present with your thoughts, feelings and actions.

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