Episode 087: Grace Over Shame: Breaking Free from Addiction, Perfectionism, and Hidden Struggles with Chris Janssen

What if the thing you’re struggling with… isn’t your fault?

In this powerful and honest conversation, Justin and Trisha sit down with life coach and author Chris Janssen to talk about addiction, perfectionism, and the hidden patterns that keep us stuck. Drawing from her personal journey with alcohol addiction and recovery, Chris shares how shame, guilt, and isolation can quietly take hold—and how grace, truth, and community can lead to lasting freedom.

Whether your “thing” is alcohol, overthinking, people-pleasing, or something more private, this episode will help you identify what’s holding you back and give you practical steps to move forward.

Links and Resources

• Grace Yourself: How to Show Up for the Sober Life You Want by Chris Janssen
• Chris’s Website: https://www.chrisjanssencoaching.com/
• Instagram: @chris3janssen
• Justin & Trisha’s Website: justinandtrisha.com