Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli, Sarah Gillespie
219: Creativity and the Journey to Our Authentic Selves With Sarah Gillespie
219: Creativity and the Journey to Our Authentic Selves With Sarah Gillespie
219: Creativity and the Journey to Our Authentic Selves With Sarah Gillespie
Wednesday 5th April 2023
Sarah Gillespie discusses how sobriety has boosted her creativity and explores the connection between recovery and authentic self-expression.
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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Creativity and Sobriety: Sarah Gillespie's Journey to Authentic Self-Expression
I can't tell you how happy I am about it, but I was thinking as well when you were talking. It's like there's this book by e m forster called the machine stops, and it's about a dystopian society in the future that's run by a machine and nobody knows it. When someone switches it off- and sometimes the work we do is that it's like you only notice.
What happens when the journey to sobriety intertwines with the path of artistic expression? In this engaging episode of 'Soberful', Veronica Valli sits down with her best friend, Sarah Gillespie, a talented songwriter and composer who also wrote the podcast's title track. Sarah opens up about how her sobriety has been a catalyst for her creativity, allowing her to tap into a deeper well of emotions and produce more authentic art.
They discuss the parallels between getting sober and creating art, highlighting the vulnerability required in both processes. Sarah shares her experiences running group programs for creative women in sobriety, emphasizing the importance of giving oneself permission to feel and express emotions. They also tackle common struggles, like the myth that suffering is necessary for great art and the often-overlooked burden of domestic responsibilities on women's creative and personal development.
Through their conversation, you'll gain insights into how sobriety can unlock creative potential and lead to a more authentic life. If you're curious about how sobriety can enhance your creativity or if you're a creative person looking for inspiration on your sober journey, this episode is a must-listen. Veronica and Sarah's candid discussion offers a blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice that will resonate with anyone striving for authenticity in both their recovery and their creative pursuits.