Rogue Media Network
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Amy Dresner - Journalist, Author, and Former Comedian
Amy Dresner - Journalist, Author, and Former Comedian
Amy Dresner - Journalist, Author, and Former Comedian
Tuesday 3rd January 2023
Join Amy Dresner on 'The Payoff with Pete' as she shares her raw and hilarious journey to sobriety, discussing mental health and creativity.
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Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Amy Dresner: Navigating Sobriety with Wit and Wisdom
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Ever wondered how someone can turn their darkest moments into laugh-out-loud stories? Meet Amy Dresner, a journalist, author, and former comedian who does just that. In this episode of 'The Payoff with Pete', Amy sits down with host Pete Sousa to share her raw and hilarious journey to sobriety.
Known for her candid memoir 'My Fair Junkie: A Memoir of Getting Dirty & Staying Clean', Amy dives into the nitty-gritty of her addiction and recovery, offering a blend of humor and honesty that’s both refreshing and inspiring. Amy doesn't shy away from discussing the hard parts. She opens up about the daily challenges of staying sober and the importance of vulnerability in recovery.
'I think one of the reasons that you're so attractive to people in sobriety is your vulnerability,' she says, highlighting how being open about her struggles helps her and others in their recovery journeys. Sobriety has also influenced Amy's creative work. She debunks the myth that drugs and alcohol fuel creativity, sharing how writing provides her with perspective, even during tough times.
'A lot of times the most creative people we saw were alcoholics and addicts, and so we think that the alcohol or the drugs made them creative,' she explains, adding that her unique experiences make her writing stand out. Mental health is another key topic in their conversation. Amy stresses the need to address mental health issues like bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety to maintain sobriety.
'If you don't get ahold of your mental health, you're going to have a much harder time staying sober,' she warns, emphasizing the interconnectedness of mental health and addiction recovery. Throughout the episode, Amy's humor shines brightly. From collecting hospital socks to envisioning a pride parade for those in recovery, her stories are as entertaining as they are enlightening. She champions the idea of celebrating recovery and reducing the stigma around addiction and mental health issues.
Amy's chat with Pete is a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction or interested in mental health and creativity. Her blend of wit, wisdom, and vulnerability makes for an engaging and supportive conversation that will leave you feeling both informed and uplifted.