Brooke Cartledge
Brooke Cartledge
004: Jessica ( aka J Mack )
004: Jessica ( aka J Mack )
004: Jessica ( aka J Mack )
Wednesday 17th March 2021
Join Brooke on Recovery Fam as she chats with Jessica about cooking, travel, and finding recovery through service work. Listen now!
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Author:
Brooke Cartledge
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Get the buttons here!Jessica's Journey: Cooking, Culture, and Recovery on Recovery Fam
Just to be kind and gentle with yourself and don't ever be too hard.
Ever wondered how cooking and travel can play a role in recovery? In this episode of Recovery Fam, Brooke Cartledge sits down with Jessica, a chef from Oregon who has a passion for the culinary arts and a zest for exploring new cultures.
Jessica, who also happens to be Brooke's sponsor, shares her unique path through recovery, highlighting how her love for cooking and her involvement in the Special Olympics have provided her with a sense of purpose and community support. As she dreams of traveling beyond the US to experience different cuisines and cultures, Jessica opens up about the therapeutic value of these passions in her journey to sobriety.
The conversation also delves into the challenges of setting boundaries in the workplace and the importance of education and career goals in maintaining a balanced life. Jessica's story is a testament to the power of kindness and self-compassion in recovery. She reminds us all to 'be kind and gentle with yourself and don't ever be too hard'. Tune in to hear Jessica's inspiring story and discover how pursuing your passions can be a vital part of your own recovery journey.