When Catherine of New York was just 30 years old, an event occurred that would profoundly shape the rest of her life. She grew up in a home with a Mother who suffered from a mental health condition and a Father who misused alcohol. She greatly struggled with sadness, anxiety, and alcohol misuse.
She was walking one day with her younger brother near their home when a bolt of lightning struck her foot. This incident shook her heart and produced an incredible vision. She saw herself sitting on a rock in the mountains. A beam of light surrounded her head. A voice whispered to her, “It is never too late to Recover my child.” Then she felt a spiritual energy unlike anything she had ever felt before.
The warmth and love Catherine felt in that moment convinced her that a spiritual force was calling her to live a life focused entirely on Recovery. She committed herself to Recovery, spent time attending groups, reading books, taking medication, and forgiving her parents. People couldn’t understand why she suddenly changed.
Despite her family’s mental and emotional struggles, Catherine incrementally shared what she was learning about healing with her parents. Her memory of her childhood experiences is a recognition of her wounds and serves as a focal point to work through.
Catherine’s life teaches us we are never too old or young to be called to Recover. She was called spiritually to something greater. Even if she or other people don’t fully understand, her faith can give us the courage to be bold by following the steps to Recover.
SuperHuman Being
Peace
Larry
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