Women of Impact Are You Addicted to Emotional Pain? 5 Steps to Stop the Spiral | Cheryl Burke (Fan Fav)
May 4, 2025
Cheryl Burke, a professional dancer and sobriety advocate, shares her transformative journey from battling addiction to embracing self-acceptance. She opens up about her experiences as a 'functioning alcoholic' and the deep-rooted childhood trauma that impacted her life. Topics like body dysmorphia, self-awareness, and rewriting personal narratives are discussed. Cheryl emphasizes the importance of healing, reminding listeners it's never too late to choose oneself and break free from destructive patterns.
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Cheryl's Traumatic Childhood
- Cheryl Burke shared her painful childhood stories of trauma and abuse that shaped her struggles.
- Her early life experiences deeply affected her sense of worth and relationships with love.
Alcohol as Social Anxiety Coping
- Cheryl explained she drank constantly due to social anxiety and to quiet her thoughts.
- Even at press interviews, she needed alcohol to feel comfortable in her own skin.
Father's Death Sparked Sobriety
- Cheryl's father's death was the pivotal moment that pushed her to sobriety.
- She started breaking free from being a functional alcoholic following this painful event.