Laura McKowen & Holly Whitaker
Laura McKowen & Holly Whitaker
Episode 79: Aidan Donnelley Rowley
Episode 79: Aidan Donnelley Rowley
Episode 79: Aidan Donnelley Rowley
Wednesday 22nd February 2017
Aidan Donnelley Rowley discusses her shift from law to writing and her path to sobriety with Laura McKowen & Holly Whitaker on HOME Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Aidan Donnelley Rowley: From Law to Literature and Sobriety
Nobody owns the path or the way it should look, or how it should, you know, come across, or how much time it should take, or what it should take, or what it should look like, or any of it, and I think that that was a really important piece to come to.
Ever wondered how a lawyer turns into a novelist and then takes the brave step towards sobriety? In this engaging episode of the HOME Podcast, Laura McKowen and Holly Whitaker chat with Aidan Donnelley Rowley, an NYC-based mother of three who left her legal career in her 20s to pursue her passion for writing. Aidan opens up about her journey, which began in 2011 when she started questioning her relationship with alcohol on her blog, Ivy League Insecurities.
She documented 'A Year Without Wine' and shares how this introspective journey led her to embrace sobriety last year. Aidan discusses the complexities of balancing family life, dealing with grief, and managing anxiety, all while following her heart. She reveals how therapy played a crucial role in helping her navigate these challenges. Through candid conversations, Aidan emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in finding one's true purpose.
Laura and Holly delve into Aidan's experiences with writing and how it became a therapeutic outlet for her. The episode highlights the power of being true to oneself and following one's passions, even when the path ahead is uncertain. Aidan's story is a testament to the transformative power of sobriety and self-discovery. If you're seeking inspiration on how to tackle life's big questions through the lens of addiction recovery, this episode offers a heartfelt and relatable narrative.
Tune in to hear Aidan's courageous journey and discover the strength that comes from embracing authenticity.