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From Junkie to Judge: One Woman's Triumph Over Trauma and Addiction
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Description:In this powerful episode of “Little Give”, host Cindy Witteman speaks with Mary Beth O’Conner, a retired federal judge whose journey from addiction to recovery is nothing short of extraordinary. Mary Beth shares her story of overcoming an abusive childhood, battling severe substance use disorder, and finding a path to sobriety at the age of 32. After years of rebuilding her life, she achieved the remarkable feat of becoming a federal judge. Now, in her retirement, she advocates for recovery through her memoir *From Junkie to Judge*, workshops, and public speaking. Tune in to hear Mary Beth’s story of turning pain into purpose and how she now dedicates her life to helping others navigate their own recovery.
Nonprofits Featured:
1. SheRecovers Foundation: Mary Beth O'Connor serves on the board of this organization. It focuses on supporting women in or seeking recovery.
2. LifeRing Secular Recovery: A peer support group that emphasizes a self-empowered recovery approach. It offers meetings in person and on Zoom, and has a workbook to help participants build their individualized recovery plans. The meetings focus on current challenges and successes rather than past issues.
Guest Contact Information:
- Name: Mary Beth O'Connor
- Book: *From Junkie to Judge: One Woman’s Triumph Over Trauma and Addiction (Available on Amazon and in bookstores)
- Website: [junkietojudge.com](http://junkietojudge.com)
- Twitter (X): [@MaryBethO_](https://twitter.com/MaryBethO_)
You can reach her through her website for messages, and she frequently posts new studies, articles, and recovery thoughts on Twitter (X).
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