From Peanuts to Percocet: Why Your Story Is Your Greatest Healing Tool

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 stardom as the voice of Sally Brown through addiction and self-destruction, to ultimately finding redemption. The title itself encapsulates the journey from youthful fame to a harrowing fall.

The book explores the hidden realities of growing up in the entertainment industry, the long shadows of trauma and perfectionism, and the winding road to self-reclamation. By sharing her truth candidly, Hilary transforms what could be a source of personal shame into a public beacon of hope.

The Takeaway: Your story is not too broken. Sharing your truth is not an act of weakness; it is an act of power that can open the door to lasting transformation, not just for you, but for everyone who hears it.