Odyssey House Journals

Odyssey House Journals

Odyssey House Journals

  • 104 Odyssey House Journals - Anna Bigney

104 Odyssey House Journals - Anna Bigney

Friday 28th July 2023

Join Anna Bigney as she shares her journey of overcoming gender dysphoria and addiction, finding acceptance, and embracing recovery in Provo.
28 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
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Anna Bigney: Finding Acceptance and Recovery in Provo

Episode Overview

  • Anna's struggle with alcoholism and meth addiction
  • Finding acceptance and support in Provo, Utah
  • The transformative impact of Odyssey House on Anna's journey
  • Addressing misconceptions about gender dysphoria and recovery
  • Embracing authenticity and resilience in the face of adversity
I came out that didn't work, I thought I could find relief, and I'm just stuck in this... I don't see a way out of this. I had a year, and then I blew that, and I thought, you know what? I'm just going to end it.
Imagine facing the struggles of gender dysphoria and addiction while seeking acceptance in a conservative community. In this episode of 'Odyssey House Journals', Randall Carlisle sits down with Anna Bigney, a transgender woman whose journey is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. Battling alcoholism and meth addiction, Anna's story takes us through the dark days of her life, including a harrowing moment when her father threatened to drive off a cliff if she didn't change.
Despite these challenges, Anna found a supportive and accepting community in Provo, Utah, which played a crucial role in her recovery. Her experiences at Odyssey House helped her heal and embrace her true self. This episode sheds light on the complexities of gender dysphoria and addiction, offering hope and understanding to those facing similar battles.