Jen's Journey: Embracing Affirmations in Recovery
Episode Overview
Affirmations can be a powerful tool in recovery. Online meetings provide crucial support and connection. Self-compassion transforms relationships and personal well-being. Accepting praise is essential for building self-worth. Trusting in a higher power can bring peace and stability.
I had the message so much that you have to be strong, you have to grow up quick.
In this episode of ACA Tuesday Zoombox, Jen takes centre stage to share her journey through the Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families (ACA) program. Having joined the program during the pandemic, Jen reflects on her initial resistance to online meetings and how they ultimately became a lifeline for her. She delves into the tool of affirmations, a practice she initially found 'too woo-woo', but which has since become a cornerstone of her recovery.
Jen's story is filled with heartfelt anecdotes, from her first ACA meeting in 2017 to her struggles with accepting praise and dealing with a critical inner voice. She recounts how the program has helped her build meaningful connections and develop self-compassion, transforming her approach to life and relationships. This episode is a touching exploration of personal growth, the power of community, and the importance of self-affirmation.
Jen's candidness and humour make it a must-listen for anyone on their own recovery journey or supporting someone who is.