Arlina Allen
Arlina Allen
Ann Dowsette Johnson, Author of “Drink” on Writing Your Recovery and Her Popular TedTalk
Ann Dowsette Johnson, Author of “Drink” on Writing Your Recovery and Her Popular TedTalk
Ann Dowsette Johnson, Author of “Drink” on Writing Your Recovery and Her Popular TedTalk
Thursday 30th March 2023
Ann Dowsett Johnson talks about her recovery journey, the power of writing, and her influential TedTalk on sobriety.
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Arlina Allen
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Ann Dowsett Johnson on Healing Through Writing and Sobriety Insights
We tell ourselves stories in order to live, but she went on to say that, in essence- and I'm paraphrasing that she, you know we, we put it through our so-called typewriter to understand what we really know about something, what we really feel about something.
What if the act of writing could be your key to recovery? In this episode of 'The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast', host Arlina Allen chats with Ann Dowsett Johnson, the bestselling author of 'Drink' and an award-winning journalist turned psychotherapist. Ann shares her compelling journey through addiction and how writing became a cornerstone of her healing process. Ann's popular TedTalk on sobriety and addiction has resonated with many, placing her among the top voices in the field.
She dives into her workshop, 'Writing Your Recovery', an eight-week course that one participant described as 'hands-down a transformative life-affirming experience'. Ann explains how storytelling can help individuals make sense of their experiences and emotions, providing a powerful tool for self-understanding and growth. The conversation also touches on the benefits of being part of a recovery community and the impact of trauma on addiction.
Ann offers insights into various therapeutic approaches that can aid in recovery, emphasizing the importance of finding what works best for each person. She also addresses societal expectations around recovery and the importance of self-acceptance. For anyone navigating their own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a wealth of wisdom and encouragement. Tune in to hear Ann's inspiring story and learn how writing can play a pivotal role in your recovery journey.