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At 22, Jackie experienced a moment of clarity that prompted her to seek help once more. After a three-day bender, her roommate confronted her about the toxic environment her addiction created, compelling Jackie to reflect on her life and the choices she was making. This led her to engage with treatment again, seeking help from a substance abuse center.
When she entered recovery, Jackie faced the daunting challenge of processing her emotions without the coping mechanisms she had relied on for so long. The path was filled with anger, confusion, and a battle against her own inner demons. Friends provided support by reflecting her feelings back to her, helping her identify emotions that she had never been able to articulate.