Amelia Duncombe: Navigating Sobriety with Self-Compassion and Flexibility
For me, the biggest tool that helped me with my recovery was to love myself, learning how to love myself, learning how to love my true self, not the self that I'd created.
Ever thought about how different your journey might look compared to someone else's? In this engaging episode of 'CLEARHEADED: your sober-care podcast', host Cait Madry chats with her friend Amelia Duncombe, an actress and producer, about their unique paths to sobriety. Amelia opens up about her experiences growing up in Australia, contrasting the drinking culture there with that of the United States.
The conversation dives deep into the role of medication in recovery and how it has been a crucial part of Amelia's journey to sobriety. They also explore the idea that you don't need a label to live a sober life and emphasize the importance of self-love and grace throughout the process.
Amelia shares candid stories about her ups and downs, the numerous attempts to fit the pieces of her life together, and the constant experimentation to find what worked best for her. This episode is a reminder that the path to sobriety is rarely straightforward and that it's okay to stumble and find your way back.
With practical tools like emotional cards and a strong support system, Cait and Amelia offer valuable insights for anyone on their own journey towards an alcohol-free life.