Laura McKowen & Holly Whitaker

HOME Podcast

Laura McKowen & Holly Whitaker

  • Episode 8: Letters from Readers

Episode 8: Letters from Readers

Wednesday 2nd September 2015

Laura McKowen & Holly Whitaker discuss personalizing recovery paths and overcoming judgment in 'HOME Podcast' Episode 8: Letters from Readers.
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45 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
Encouraging

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HOME Podcast
Author:
Laura McKowen & Holly Whitaker
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Financial Health in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Carving Your Own Recovery Path: Insights from 'HOME Podcast' Episode 8

The biggest part of this is finding the strength and trusting that we're doing it the way that we need to do it for ourselves and that we're going to find the way that we need to find, and then, along the way, also really respecting other people's paths and the way that other people have done it.
Ever felt boxed in by the traditional routes to sobriety? In this episode of the 'HOME Podcast', Laura McKowen and Holly Whitaker tackle a pressing question from a listener dealing with a domineering stepfather who insists the 12-step program is the only way to recover. They dive into the complexities of finding a recovery path that resonates personally, emphasizing that there's no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to sobriety.
With their characteristic blend of empathy and honesty, Laura and Holly discuss the feelings of inadequacy and judgment that can arise when straying from conventional methods. They stress the importance of self-trust and compassion, urging listeners to respect their own journeys and those of others. The episode also touches on maintaining emotional and spiritual sobriety, reminding us all to take things one day at a time.
Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this journey for years, this episode offers valuable perspectives and heartfelt advice that could make all the difference.