CYNTHIA MORTON
CYNTHIA MORTON
CYNTHIA chats with JO MALONE
CYNTHIA chats with JO MALONE
CYNTHIA chats with JO MALONE
Saturday 19th October 2019
Join Cynthia Morton and Jo Malone as they discuss overcoming shame, addiction cycles, and achieving emotional fitness in 'Emotional Fitness Recovery: CONVERSATIONS'.
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65 minutes
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CYNTHIA MORTON
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Body & Mind
Mindful Recovery
Healing Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Jo Malone on Overcoming Shame and Finding Emotional Balance
The opposite of addiction is not sobriety, it's connection.
What if the key to emotional fitness lies in addressing the shame we carry? In this episode of 'Emotional Fitness Recovery: CONVERSATIONS', Cynthia Morton sits down with Jo Malone, a seasoned mental health clinician and fervent advocate for trauma-informed care. Jo dives into how shame can stifle emotional growth and jeopardize our well-being. She doesn't just identify the problem; she offers solutions, emphasizing the necessity of safe spaces, healthy routines, and natural highs to reclaim self-respect.
Jo also delves into the destructive cycle of addiction, eating disorders, and 'stinking thinking'. Her gentle wisdom sheds light on how these issues are interconnected and how they can be tackled. She stresses the power of forgiveness and the profound impact of childhood experiences on our mental health. Jo's approach is both educational and deeply compassionate, making complex topics accessible.
She highlights the critical role of community and connection in recovery, echoing her belief that 'the opposite of addiction is not sobriety, it's connection'. Whether you're struggling with addiction, mental health challenges, or supporting someone who is, Jo's insights provide a beacon of hope and practical advice. Tune in to hear how you can start dismantling your own shame pile and move towards a healthier emotional state.