What if the lowest point in your life—the one filled with shame, regret, and fear—was actually the turning point? That’s exactly what happened to Marci Hopkins, award-winning TV host, podcast creator, author of Chaos to Clarity, and recovery advocate.
In this week’s episode of Love and Trauma: The Real Deal, Marci and I had an incredibly raw, honest conversation about how childhood trauma shaped her coping mechanisms, how she used alcohol to survive, and what it took to finally break the cycle—not just for herself, but for her entire family.
Marci’s story is a true testament to what’s possible when you decide to stop numbing and start healing. It’s not just about sobriety. It’s about wholeness—and becoming the woman, mother, and partner she was always meant to be.
The Real Deal: My 3 Biggest Takeaways from This Interview
1️⃣ Rock Bottom Isn’t the End—It’s the Wake-Up Call
Marci didn’t just "decide" to change one day. She had to hit rock bottom. A DUI, the fear of losing her children, the weight of shame—it all came crashing in. And yet, it was in that moment that she finally surrendered. She didn’t run from the pain anymore. She faced it. That’s when real transformation began. Sometimes the most painful moments are the ones that finally wake us up.
2️⃣ Healing Takes Ownership—Not Just Forgiveness
Marci had every reason to blame others: her mother’s alcoholism, the childhood abuse, the emotional neglect. But what stood out to me was her courage to look at herself, to ask what role she played in the dynamics that were falling apart around her. She didn’t excuse the trauma—but she chose to take back control by owning her healing.
3️⃣ Your Kids Don’t Need Perfection—They Need You Present
One of the most emotional parts of this interview was when Marci talked about how sobriety didn’t just save her—it gave her back to her kids. She stopped reacting. She started listening. She became a mom who could show up fully, with love and presence, instead of survival mode. And that, to me, is the heart of this entire conversation: it’s never too late to be the parent your kids need.
Whether you’re on your own healing journey or loving someone through theirs, Marci’s story is the reminder we all need:
You are not too far gone. Your past doesn’t define your future. And it is never too late to begin again.
📺 Watch the full episode of Love and Trauma: The Real Deal now and witness what real transformation looks like.
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