Arlina Allen's Path to Recovery: Embracing Self-Love and Community Support
I hope people, I hope there's people here in this podcast like: wait a minute. I just didn't know where to find it like it anyway, but I ended up in this room and I started hearing these stories and people would share that if you work the steps, the steps will work you.
Ever wondered how a simple invitation can change your life? In this episode of 'Chase The Vase', host Brock Bevell chats with Arlina Allen, a Life & Recovery Coach and the founder of Sober LifeSchool. Arlina's journey began with a friend's suggestion to attend an AA meeting, which planted a seed that grew through her struggles with addiction.
Feeling utterly exhausted and lost, she found hope within the halls of AA, where she discovered that recovery was possible for people like her. Arlina shares her experiences of attending her first meeting, breaking down her preconceived notions about 'people in AA'. Her story is one of finding direction, spirituality, and sobriety through the 12 steps. Throughout their conversation, Brock and Arlina discuss the importance of community support, self-love, and the willingness to be vulnerable.
They touch on how trauma and anger can fuel addiction and the challenges faced in early sobriety. Arlina highlights the financial costs of addiction and the healing power of embracing vulnerability and overcoming shame. Her insights offer encouragement to anyone struggling with addiction, reminding them that they are not alone. Tune in to hear Arlina's inspiring story and gain practical advice for your own recovery journey.