Amy Liz Harrison
Amy Liz Harrison
A Journey to Self-Love: Lisa Schmidt's Triumph Over Adversity
A Journey to Self-Love: Lisa Schmidt's Triumph Over Adversity
A Journey to Self-Love: Lisa Schmidt's Triumph Over Adversity
Thursday 5th October 2023
Join Amy Liz Harrison and Lisa Schmidt on 'Eternally Amy' as they discuss Lisa's journey from addiction to self-acceptance, touching on faith, mental health, and LGBTQ+ issues.
65 minutes
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Amy Liz Harrison
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Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Lisa's journey from concealing her true self to embracing her authentic identity
- Challenges of navigating addiction and hidden identities
- The transformative power of self-acceptance and love in recovery
- Exploring the complexities of faith and mental health in the journey to self-discovery
- Embracing vulnerability and finding strength in community and self-acceptance
I don't have anything against any program. I actually love to go and be a part of different recovery things and figure out, okay, is that something I can use in mine?
What happens when you finally embrace your true self? In this episode of 'Eternally Amy', Amy Liz Harrison sits down with Lisa Schmidt, also known as the Sober Hipster. Lisa opens up about her challenging journey through addiction and the struggle to accept her hidden identity. Growing up in Texas after her parents' divorce, Lisa was a high achiever in school but turned to drugs and alcohol to mask her true self.
Despite finding some solace in religion, her inner battles continued until a pivotal moment on a mission trip to Cairo. A stranger's message of love became the catalyst for Lisa to come out and face the subsequent losses head-on. Her story is one of incredible resilience, self-discovery, and the transformative power of self-love. Amy and Lisa delve into the impact of faith, the hurdles faced by the LGBTQ+ community, and the crucial role of mental health in recovery.
Lisa's narrative highlights the importance of vulnerability, community, and art therapy in healing. This episode offers a heartfelt look at the ongoing process of recovery and growth, reminding us all to stay open-minded and true to ourselves.