Heather Timmons

Step Up To Sobriety - The Podcast

Heather Timmons

  • Ep 2: Do you feel like you're "too much?"

Ep 2: Do you feel like you're "too much?"

Sunday 28th February 2021

Heather Timmons talks about embracing uncomfortable emotions and the power of owning what we feel for true emotional healing.
12 minutes
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Step Up To Sobriety - The Podcast
Author:
Heather Timmons
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Financial Health in Recovery
Healing Relationships
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Embracing Your Emotions: Heather Timmons on Finding Strength in Vulnerability

Don't turn to alcohol, it's not going to save you, it's not going to make things better, it's not going to help you feel better. It's time to get that lie out of your head and it's time to own what it is you're feeling and be okay with what it is.
Have you ever felt like your emotions are just too much to handle? In this thought-provoking episode of 'Step Up to Sobriety', Heather Timmons tackles the often uncomfortable topic of dealing with intense emotions. Growing up in a household where only happiness was acceptable, Heather learned to push down any other feelings. This suppression eventually led her to use alcohol as a way to numb the discomfort, creating a cycle that only worsened over time.
Heather opens up about her personal journey, emphasizing the crucial importance of recognizing and accepting all our emotions, no matter how uncomfortable they might be. She shares practical tips on identifying these feelings and shifting your mindset to embrace them rather than run away. The episode is a heartfelt invitation to sit in that gray space between not being okay and being healed, acknowledging that this space is essential for true emotional recovery.
By facing emotional pain head-on instead of resorting to alcohol, Heather believes we can achieve genuine healing. She also gives a sneak peek into an upcoming membership group designed to offer resources and support for those on their sobriety journey. This episode is not just about sobriety; it's about finding the strength in vulnerability and learning to own every part of our emotional landscape.
Whether you're just starting your journey to sobriety or have been walking the path for a while, Heather's insights offer valuable guidance. Tune in for a compassionate, real talk that might just change the way you view your emotions.