Episode 15: The Hidden Struggle Behind Success: Living as a High-Functioning Addict.

Episode Summary:In this raw and revealing episode of Beyond the Surface, Belinda welcomes Katharine McLean - a woman whose journey from addiction to awakening is both sobering and inspiring. With four years of sobriety under her belt, Katharine courageously shares her story of hitting rock bottom and the powerful transformation that followed.Together, they explore what life looked like as a high-functioning addict - weekends lost to binge drinking and blackouts, methamphetamine use, and the moment she no longer recognised herself in the mirror. Katharine speaks openly about the perfectionist mask she wore to hide the chaos within, and the deep, unprocessed pain from her childhood that fuelled her dependency.From the depths of addiction to now helping others heal at a subconscious level, Katharine’s journey is a testament to resilience and radical self-awareness. Her path to sobriety, alongside her brother, led her not only to recovery but to a renewed sense of purpose and presence in the world.In this episode, you’ll hear about:The hidden reality of high-functioning addictionMasking pain with perfectionismWhat rock bottom really looked and felt likeKatharine’s sober journey and the freedom in sharing her truthThe power of energy healing in recoveryHelping others heal through experience, empathy, and subconscious workShowing up, staying present, and leaning into life’s challengesThis episode is an invitation to look beyond appearances, to sit with discomfort, and to believe in the possibility of deep transformation.Let's Connect:.     Website: www.belindaanderson.com.au.     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.anderson.     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belindaandersonau/Follow Katharine :Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelightbecomesher/Website: https://www.katharinemclean.com.au/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_light_becomes_her/