Disclaimer: this story is told with honor and with the intention to heal and spread hope, but there are triggering graphic details shared. Please watch with caution. Krista opens up about her life in two abusive relationships, one violent, the other controlling, and how she used drugs and alcohol to cope. In this powerful episode, she shares her journey through addiction, losing custody of her kids, and nearly dying from internal injuries.

But Krista found help, healing, and a new purpose. Now sober and helping other women, she’s living proof that it’s never too late to change your life. This episode is about surviving trauma, breaking the cycle of abuse, and learning to love yourself again. If you or someone you know is struggling with abuse or addiction, you're not alone.

02:04 Growing Up in a Small Town

04:39 Struggles with Addiction

12:40 Escaping an Abusive Marriage

25:44 Health Consequences of Abuse

34:23 Reflecting on My Father's Struggles

35:26 The Role of Recovery and Therapy

35:49 Challenges in Building Bonds

36:35 Abusive Relationships and Family Interventions

38:12 CPS Involvement and the Fight for My Kids

38:42 Struggles with Vicodin Addiction

52:55 The Turning Point: Seeking Help

53:18 Embracing Sobriety and Helping Others#survivorstory