Transforming Lives with Thrifting: A Creative Path to Recovery
Thrifting is not just about finding cool vintage stuff, it's a mindset of repurposing and creating something new from what you already have. It's a perfect creative act for recovery.
Ever thought about how thrifting could be more than just a hobby? In this episode of 'The Unruffled Podcast', hosts Tammi Salas and Sondra Primeaux dive into the world of thrifting and repurposing as powerful tools for recovery. Tammi recalls her first genuine creative act as an adult, while Sondra shares her initial steps in self-expression. Both found that thrifting wasn't just about snagging vintage treasures; it was a way to reshape their lives and even their 'altars to alcohol'.
Thrifting, they argue, is a mindset. It's about taking what you have and making it new, breathing life into the old, and finding beauty in the forgotten. This episode is a lively chat filled with personal anecdotes, making it relatable whether you're a seasoned thrifter or just getting started. The hosts also highlight the importance of mindfulness, gratitude, and self-care in the journey of sobriety.
In addition to their main discussion, Tammi and Sondra share their top three tools from their Unruffled Toolbox for the week. Sondra's favorites include texting with sober friends, following Dr. Ezzie Spencer on Instagram for lunar energy insights, and diving into 'The Artist’s Way' by Julia Cameron and 'The Power of Myth' by Joseph Campbell. Tammi's picks feature artist Amanda J. Grace’s #letterPOD subscription, Rich Roll’s inspiring Instagram stories, and Sarah Blondin’s 'Live Awake' podcast meditations.
If you're looking for a fresh perspective on recovery, this episode offers a fun and engaging take on how creative acts like thrifting can lead to personal transformation. Tune in and get inspired to repurpose not just your belongings, but your life.