In Part 2 of The Business of Doing Business with Emily Williams, we continue the gripping story of her fall and her inspiring rise. After leaving a toxic relationship, Emily found herself homeless. Through the depths of addiction, she reached a turning point—choosing sobriety and a fresh start. This episode delves into the hard truths of addiction, the power of structured recovery, and the mental strength required to rebuild a shattered life. Just when she thought she had overcome the hardest challenges, a devastating accident left her with a broken neck—the same injury that paralyzed Christopher Reeve. Against all odds, Emily survived and, through sheer determination, found her way back to the sport she loves.

Her story is one of resilience, personal accountability, and the unwavering belief that even from the lowest points, we can rise again.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Welcome
02:45 - Journey of Sobriety
07:34 - Rehab vs. Sober Living
09:26 - Hitting Rock Bottom
12:35 - Path to Sobriety
19:08 - Lessons Learned in Sobriety
21:40 - It's Not Their Fault
24:05 - Taking Responsibility
27:34 - You're Never Too Good
33:01 - Life-Changing Accident
38:04 - Managing Pain Medications
40:46 - Your Rehab Experience
42:44 - Finding Joy in Life
47:24 - Seeing Your Life Now
49:15 - Your Story's Impact on Others

Notable Quotes:
"I had hit rock bottom so many times, I didn’t even realize how far I had fallen." – Emily Williams

"I wasn’t just struggling with addiction—I was battling my own mind." – Emily Williams

"You can’t fix a problem until you stop running from it." – Emily Williams

"No one chose to put drugs in me but me. No one kept me in a bad relationship but me. I had to take responsibility for my own choices." – Emily Williams

"I thought my life was over, but then I realized I had been given another chance to write a new story." – Emily Williams

Resources & Mentions:
Mental Health & Addiction Support:
SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP or www.samhsa.gov
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): www.nami.org
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) & Narcotics Anonymous (NA): www.aa.org | www.na.org

Follow & Connect with Emily Williams:
Instagram: @therealemilywilliams

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