Kaitlyn Bristowe Reflects On Past Addiction, Suicidal Thoughts
Bachelorette Kaitlyn Bristowe went to social media to share a sentimental story along with a dark period in her life. She revealed hitting rock bottom in her late twenties. Along with hitting an all-time low, Kaitlyn was facing an addiction and also losing her will to live. What is she sharing now? Keep reading to find out all the details.
Kaitlyn Bristowe Looks Back Hitting Rock Bottom
Former Bachelorette Kaitlyn Bristowe was feeling emotional on a recent flight and shared a sentimental photo and the purpose behind it. She went to Instagram to share. The photo showed her holding a CareBear close to her. Above the photo she wrote, “I’m so glad I’m here.”
Her lengthy caption explained why this bear is so important to her. In doing so she also shared how she hit rock bottom. She was recently in Mexico and when she saw the bear on her bed it compelled her to share her story for those who may not know it.
Kaitlyn began by saying,
“I had no money, no job, no education, no home, no credit, I had lost myself and got dumped by someone I thought I’d marry. I relied on him emotionally and financially. I also had never processed the death of a best friend. I had to move in with my mom and Rob when I was 27 and there I got addicted to Valium. The dr gave me a suicide assessment. I didn’t want to live. I wanted to numb myself and not wake up. I was full of shame.”
She went on to share that her stepdad got her the CareBear and she slept with it every single night. Her mom would help her by playing YouTube videos while she slept as a way to help her heal.
Through it all her family reminded her that she was loved. However, she selfishly didn’t believe it mattered.
She Began Her Therapy Journey
Kaitlyn Bristowe revealed that she started her therapy journey shortly after this time. She said therapy and the love of her family saved her life. Twelve years later she still sleeps with her bear every time she’s at home with them too.
Kaitlyn went on to share that it is something as simple as a CareBear that reminds her how she fought hard to get her life back. She said,
“Something as simple as a little care bear now reminds me of my fight to get my life back, how many baby steps it took, and how things will always get better.”
The Bachelorette went on to say that she’s grateful for where she is in life now. She also said the bear is like an anchor. In sharing it all, Kaitlyn wants those going through a hard time to find themselves an anchor. Things will get better and she reiterated that she’s happy she’s here.
In the comment section, Kaitlyn shared that her best friends were there for her as well. Even her ex showed her a lot of grace.
Through it all, she’s thankful she has her friends, family and all her digital friends as well.
What do you think of Kaitlyn’s reflection on the rough times she endured in her late twenties? Can you relate?
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