Carel van Heerden

Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast

Carel van Heerden

  • EP 64: Having a bad day.

EP 64: Having a bad day.

Monday 9th January 2023

Carel van Heerden talks about handling bad days in recovery, focusing on resilience, gratitude, and avoiding comparisons. Listen now!
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25 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging

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Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast
Author:
Carel van Heerden
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Body & Mind
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
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Embracing Bad Days in Recovery with Carel van Heerden

Failing is not falling down, it's staying down. So this is one of those days where you know it's not. But, you know, like, I did not feel well because I, you know, I failed the challenge and it's not that like.
Ever felt like you're the only one struggling through a rough patch in your recovery journey? You're not alone. In this episode of Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast, Carel van Heerden gets real about the inevitability of bad days, no matter how long you've been on the path to recovery. He opens up about his own recent setback with the 75 Hard Challenge, sharing how he stumbled and had to start over from scratch.
But instead of wallowing, Carel talks about the importance of picking yourself back up and seeing failure as a stepping stone to growth. He warns against seeking validation on social media during tough times and instead advocates for building a reliable support system. Carel also touches on the dangers of comparing your journey to others', reminding us that everyone's path is unique.
With a focus on resilience, gratitude, and personal growth, this episode offers a candid look at navigating the ups and downs of addiction recovery. If you're in need of some honest and heartfelt advice, this one's for you.