Pathways to Purpose

Thriving in Transitional Sober Living

Kaitlyn Doht

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Kaitlyn Doht
25 October 2024

Coping with drug & alcohol abuse; Advice on careers & achieving success; Assertiveness, motivation & self-esteem

Transitioning from inpatient rehab to transitional living is a journey full of new challenges and opportunities for growth. This book is here to help guide you through this next step, offering insight, practical advice, and real-life encouragement on what to expect during your time in transitional living. It's written for those moving from the structured environment of rehab to a more independent, yet still supportive, phase in recovery-designed especially for those navigating addiction, alcoholism, and mental health challenges.

This phase of recovery is unique. While every path is different, there are some aspects we can prepare for. This book will walk you through what transitional living will be like, helping you understand its structure, freedoms, and challenges. We'll explore the essentials-guidelines, boundaries, and best practices that make this phase a solid foundation for the next step in your journey.

By: Kaitlyn Doht
Imprint: Kaitlyn Doht
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 133mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 249g
ISBN: 9798227070715
Pages: 216
Publication Date: 25 October 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

I was born on December 18, 1991, in Litchfield, Illinois. My mother, Tracy, worked hard to provide a stable life for me and my younger sister, born on November 16, 1993, despite facing challenges in her relationships. My mother's marriage to my sister's father ended due to his cocaine addiction, and her brief marriage to Will became toxic due to his abusive behavior. After that annulment, she dedicated herself to healing and stability. High school brought new struggles; I battled weight issues and a sense of not fitting in. I turned to smoking weed and drinking, which led to a cycle of anger and bullying. By high school graduation, my drinking escalated, and I was sneaking vodka and using pills. This destructive lifestyle only worsened after school, driving me deeper into addiction. After high school, I moved away and met my daughter's father, who initially helped me quit drugs, but my addiction resurfaced after I began working at a bar. This led to our separation and ultimately losing custody of my daughter as my drug use spiraled. I hit my lowest point when I was shooting meth and isolating myself. My family pressed charges for fraud, resulting in jail time, which unexpectedly forced me to reflect and begin regaining my sanity. After jail, I returned to drugs, experimenting with fentanyl, which led to multiple overdoses and the tragic loss of my boyfriend in February 2020. I entered rehab but struggled to maintain sobriety, relapsing just before reaching six months in a sober living home. My life continued to spiral with homelessness and arrests, including a brief, dysfunctional marriage to a drug dealer. Finally, I found hope with Matt, who shared my struggles. We endured addiction and homelessness together but eventually sought help. We entered treatment, and I moved into a sober living house while Matt stayed with a friend in recovery. My journey has been filled with pain and loss, but today, I stand in recovery, ready to embrace the future.