Sondra Primeaux + Tammi Salas
Sondra Primeaux + Tammi Salas
Episode 79 - Dana Bowman
Episode 79 - Dana Bowman
Episode 79 - Dana Bowman
Monday 8th October 2018
Dana Bowman discusses her journey through alcoholism, perfectionism, and relapse on 'The Unruffled Podcast'. Discover how writing and support aided her recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Dana Bowman: Overcoming Perfectionism and Relapse Through Writing
It's like it doesn't have to live there forever in your brain, because it takes up a lot of space and it takes up a lot of energy to just keep mulling it over.
Ever felt like you have to be perfect all the time? Dana Bowman knows that struggle all too well. In this episode of 'The Unruffled Podcast', hosts Sondra Primeaux and Tammi Salas sit down with Dana, an author, teacher, and speaker, to discuss her journey through alcoholism, perfectionism, and relapse. Dana shares how the pressure to be perfect fueled her drinking and how she found solace in writing and community support during her early recovery days.
They dive into the messiness of those initial steps towards sobriety, the comfort found in meetings, and the unwavering support from sober friends. Dana opens up about the importance of finding new ways to fill the void left by addiction. For her, writing became a lifeline, a tool for healing, and a way to navigate the ups and downs of recovery. She also talks about her gratitude practice and how it has helped her stay grounded.
The conversation touches on the challenges of marriage and sobriety, emphasizing the need for open communication. One of the most powerful moments in the episode is when Dana discusses moving past shame and guilt. As she wisely notes, these feelings don't have to live in your brain forever. If you're looking for an honest, heartfelt conversation about overcoming personal demons and finding new ways to cope, this episode is a must-listen.