343 - Maggie's Story (Part 2)

<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;" xml:lang="EN-US">This week on the show, my special guest Maggie Bailey shares Part 2 of her story.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style= "font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(29, 29, 31); letter-spacing: -0.05pt; background: white;" xml:lang="EN-US">**Please note this episode and topic may act as a trigger for some people, and this episode is not suitable to listen to within earshot of children.**</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;" xml:lang="EN-US">This is the story of Maggie, a single mother raising two daughters, who lost her husband to suicide. Maggie’s husband had been struggling with substance abuse for many years, and despite Maggie’s efforts to help him, he was unable to overcome his demons. Since then, she has found the courage to speak publicly about her experience, knowing she has a unique opportunity to help others who are struggling with mental health issues and substance abuse.<br /> <br /> Maggie’s story serves as a reminder that we are all capable of overcoming challenges and making a positive impact on the world around us. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues or substance abuse, please seek help. You are not alone; there is always hope for a better tomorrow.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;" xml:lang="EN-US">In this episode, Maggie talks about:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang= "EN-US">How she had to separate from him to protect herself and their children.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang= "EN-US">How her husband became convinced that their youngest child wasn't his and how she had to prove the paternity through DNA testing.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang= "EN-US">How she ultimately lost her husband to suicide.</sp