"I Was Throwing Up Blood and Still Drinking" | Alcoholic Seizures, Hopelessness & How I Got Sober

"I Was Throwing Up Blood and Still Drinking" | Alcoholic Seizures, Hopelessness & How I Got Sober

Karina’s story is raw, unfiltered, and powerful. From growing up as a cheerleader with early signs of heavy drinking, to panic attacks and daily withdrawals, she spiraled into isolation, suicide attempts, and repeated hospital visits.Her first rehab didn’t stick—she left planning to “drink normally” again. But after seizures, ICU stays, and liver failure, Karina nearly lost her life.What changed? During her second treatment, she finally surrendered—acceptance, honesty, and community transformed her path. Now she’s thriving in sobriety, finding gratitude in the little things, and helping others walk the same road.If you’re struggling with addiction or know someone who is, Karina’s journey will inspire you to believe recovery is possible. #Sobriety #AlcoholismRecovery #AddictionStory #MentalHealthAwareness #RiseAbovePodcast #KarinasStory #SobrietyJourney #RecoveryCommunity 00:00 – Intro / Childhood & Cheerleading 04:12 – First signs of drinking in high school & college 12:45 – Hoboken move, parents’ divorce & toxic relationship 19:20 – Panic attacks, daily drinking & first psych ward stay 27:15 – First rehab attempt & denial of alcoholism 33:40 – Relapse at the airport & rapid decline 41:55 – ICU visits, cirrhosis & alcoholic hepatitis 48:15 – Rock bottom: isolation, blood vomiting, near death 55:32 – The call that saved her life & second rehab 1:03:00 – Seizure in detox & brutal withdrawal 1:15:00 – Spiritual turning point & real acceptance 1:25:00 – Falling in love with recovery & helping others 1:40:00 – Gratitude, community & rebuilding her life 1:55:00 – Closing reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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