Anna Valenzuela
Anna Valenzuela
Christina Leonard
Christina Leonard
Christina Leonard
Monday 11th May 2020
Christina Leonard shares her quarantine journey, touching on surrender, honesty, and practical coping strategies on '12 Questions'.
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59 minutes
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Empowering
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Anna Valenzuela
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Christina Leonard's Candid Quarantine Tales: Finding Peace in Uncertainty
I mean right now in this pandemic, and like you have like, this is like the ultimate surrender, I think, because it's like financial, who knows what, and like health, who knows what, and like people judging you, who knows what, and relationships you know.
How do you find peace in the middle of a pandemic? In this episode of '12 Questions', comedian Christina Leonard opens up about her unique quarantine experience through the lens of the 12-step recovery process. With humor and honesty, Christina talks about the importance of surrendering to the unknown, especially when the world feels upside down. She shares her struggles with addiction cravings, the challenge of jealousy in the entertainment industry, and the necessity of forgiveness.
Her candid discussion offers practical tips for coping with quarantine, like taking things one day at a time and leaning on a higher power for support. One of the main themes Christina touches on is the power of surrender. She describes how letting go of the need to control everything, particularly during such uncertain times, has brought her a sense of freedom and peace.
Despite the fear and uncertainty that come with surrendering, Christina’s story provides hope and encouragement to anyone grappling with their own circumstances. Another key topic is honesty in recovery. Christina doesn't shy away from sharing her own battles with honesty, including a humorous anecdote about filming a podcast episode in her house without informing her roommate. She explains how being truthful with oneself and others can prevent bigger problems down the line.
Throughout the episode, Christina’s humor and authenticity shine, making for an engaging and insightful conversation. Her journey through quarantine is relatable, and her insights on recovery are both inspiring and practical. If you’re looking for a mix of humor, real talk, and useful advice, this episode of '12 Questions' with Christina Leonard is a must-listen.