Anna Valenzuela
Anna Valenzuela
12Q Laurel S 1. mixdown
12Q Laurel S 1. mixdown
12Q Laurel S 1. mixdown
Sunday 29th November 2015
Anna Valenzuela and Dave Yates chat with Laurel S about addiction, trauma, body image, and recovery in a mix of humor and deep reflections.
Explicit
78 minutes
Thought-provoking
Engaging
Fun
Off-beat
Raw
About this podcast
Author:
Anna Valenzuela
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!12 Questions with Laurel S: A Rollercoaster of Laughter and Deep Reflections
Recovery isn't just for Clean and Sober people. Each week Anna Valenzuela and Dave Yates ask interesting people 12 questions about their journey through life.
Ready for a blend of humor and heartfelt conversations? In this episode of '12 Questions', hosts Anna Valenzuela and Dave Yates sit down with Laurel S, a guest who's seen it all—both the highs and lows. This episode promises to be both silly and deeply reflective as Laurel opens up about her journey through addiction, recovery, and everything in between. Laurel, who has faced her fair share of struggles, discusses the multifaceted aspects of recovery culture.
She touches on topics like trauma, body image, and eating disorders, sharing her personal experiences and the lessons she's learned along the way. One particularly gripping story involves an elaborate plot she had in high school to kill her dad, which she recounts with a mix of gravity and levity. This leads to a broader discussion on forgiveness and how working through the steps helped her see her father as just another flawed human being.
The conversation also delves into how parents cope with trauma differently, offering a nuanced view of familial relationships and their impact on personal growth. Laurel speaks candidly about body image issues and how steps six and seven helped her achieve a sense of manageability. The episode wraps up with insights on the importance of consistency in recovery and releasing emotions on a schedule.
If you're in the mood for an episode that will make you laugh while also making you think, this one is a must-listen. Laurel's candidness and the hosts' empathetic yet humorous approach make for a truly engaging experience.