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"from Junkie to Judge" with Federal Judge Mary Beth O'Connor
"from Junkie to Judge" with Federal Judge Mary Beth O'Connor
"from Junkie to Judge" with Federal Judge Mary Beth O'Connor
Saturday 18th March 2023
Judge Mary Beth O'Connor discusses her path from addiction to sobriety, emphasizing the importance of personalized secular recovery plans.
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Get the buttons here!From Addiction to the Bench: Judge Mary Beth O'Connor's Secular Recovery Journey
By making positive choices, we are rewiring our brain by developing new positive habits.
Ever wondered how someone can transform their life from addiction to a position of authority? Meet Federal Judge Mary Beth O'Connor, who opens up about her harrowing journey from substance abuse to sobriety. Starting with alcohol at just 12 years old, Mary Beth's addiction story includes years of battling various drugs, culminating in a severe methamphetamine addiction by age 16.
She didn't find her path to recovery through traditional methods but instead crafted a secular plan tailored to her unique needs. Since 1994, Mary Beth has been sober, using a blend of techniques and ideas from multiple sources. Her story is a powerful reminder that there's no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to recovery. As a board member for LifeRing Secular Recovery and She Recovers Foundation, Mary Beth advocates for exploring multiple paths to sobriety.
She emphasizes the importance of creating a personalized recovery plan that addresses all aspects of life, from family dynamics to work environments. In this episode, she discusses not only her addiction and recovery but also delves into related issues like childhood trauma, harm reduction, and medication-assisted treatment. Her journey underscores the necessity of finding what works best for each individual and highlights the potential for positive change through personal choice and habit formation.
Tune in to hear Mary Beth's inspiring story and gain insights into the diverse paths available for those seeking recovery.