Resilience isn't just bouncing back; it's the internal grit that allows you to integrate a challenge and come out stronger, wiser, and more compassionate. It’s the ability to navigate change with faith and humor. Hilary Powers’ life is a masterclass in this kind of deep-seated resilience. Her journey is marked by profound change: from her initial fame as a child actress to her choice to embark on a lifelong path of healing and recovery. As she navigated this path, she was con

We spend so much time hiding the parts of our life we are ashamed of, convinced that if others knew our truth, they would reject us. But what if the opposite is true? What if the most vulnerable parts of your story hold the key to dissolving shame and building authentic connection? This is the core message of Hilary Powers' upcoming memoir, Peanuts to Percocet: Notes on a Hollywood Childhood . The book is a raw, redemptive account that chronicles her journey from child stardo

Many people equate recovery with simply "staying sober" or "being clean." While abstinence is a crucial beginning, true, lasting recovery is a much deeper journey. It is a commitment to emotional and spiritual healing that transforms your entire being. For over 40 years, Hilary Powers has lived as a testament to this deeper transformation. Her recovery journey wasn’t just about putting down the substance; it was about confronting the roots of her pain, which stemmed from a ch

Loss, failure, and unexpected change can feel like a final chapter. They can leave us standing at rock bottom, burdened by shame and self-doubt. But what if "rock bottom" is simply the most solid ground you’ve ever had to build a new foundation? In 1983, Hilary Powers faced her own moment of reckoning. She chose a different path, embarking on a lifelong journey of healing from addiction and trauma to find spiritual wholeness. It was a monumental task of beginning again. She d

We often feel trapped by the identity we’ve built whether it’s a career, a title, or a role in our family. But what if the greatest act of courage is simply letting go of the person you were  to make space for the person you are meant  to be? For Hilary Powers, this journey has been a very public one. She was known early on as the voice of Sally Brown in multiple iconic Charlie Brown  "Peanuts" specials, landing the role on her very first audition. This animated fame came wit

A photo can only capture the people and not the feelings underneath our smiles. My sister Evans, brothers, Colin , Ryan and Ian are here at the gravesite of my sister Siobhan. We had found out in a random post that she had passed. away of complications from drug addiction. So many family bear this pain. She had been buried in an unmarked grave. This was a sad day yet, we felt such gratitude that we had the opportunity to put a headstone on her grave to acknowledge her as a hu