Not so zen, don't be so hard on yourself!

I've talked a lot about the negative effects of growing up with an alcoholic, but now I want to share what helps me get through it. There's so much sadness from living with parents who abuse you, and abuse themselves, it just hurts. I purge a lot of grief when I run or walk. Thinking about what's bothering me as I walk allows me to let it go. The outdoors and movement are big stress relievers. Music is perfect for expressing your emotions too. I played the flute from 6th to 8

Chrissy Metz, the actress starring in, This Is Us, discusses her abusive childhood and overcoming it.