Stephan Neff

Steps To Sobriety

Stephan Neff

  • 497 Ria Flanagan: The " Happiness Is An Inside Job Playbook"

497 Ria Flanagan: The " Happiness Is An Inside Job Playbook"

Monday 18th November 2024

Discover practical steps to happiness with Ria Flanagan on 'Steps to Sobriety'. Learn about daily practices and healing from trauma.
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Steps To Sobriety
Author:
Stephan Neff
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Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Finding Inner Happiness with Ria Flanagan

Episode Overview

  • Daily practices like gratitude can significantly boost happiness.
  • Acknowledging trauma is the first step towards healing.
  • Various forms of addiction often stem from underlying trauma.
  • Holistic approaches consider all aspects of a person's life.
  • Effective healing techniques include EMDR and somatic experiencing.
Happiness is an inside job. We have to find those places inside of us.
Ever wondered how to find happiness within yourself? In this episode of 'Steps to Sobriety', Stephan Neff chats with Ria Flanagan, the Clinical Supervisor at Rise Up Recover, LLC, and author of 'Happiness Is An Inside Job Playbook'. Ria shares her journey and insights on dealing with addiction, trauma, and mental health issues. Her holistic approach considers every angle of a person’s life, including family history, spirituality, and physical health.
She emphasises the importance of daily practices, like writing down ten things you're grateful for and setting intentions, which can be done in just five minutes each day. Ria believes that these small steps can lead to significant improvements in happiness and overall well-being. The conversation touches on various forms of addiction and the underlying trauma that often drives them. Ria discusses how societal norms sometimes mask these addictions, making it hard for individuals to recognise their own struggles.
She also highlights effective ways to heal from trauma, such as EMDR and somatic experiencing, stressing that acknowledging trauma is the first step towards healing. This episode is packed with practical advice and heartfelt stories that inspire hope and resilience. If you're looking for ways to improve your mental health and find happiness from within, this episode is a must-listen. Take a moment to tune in and discover how small changes can make a big difference in your life.