The Power of Positivity and Gratitude in Recovery
Episode Overview
Choosing to maintain a positive attitude can make daily challenges more manageable. Balancing work, school, and family life requires planning and self-compassion. Spirituality can play a significant role in recovery. Treating mental health issues alongside addiction is crucial for sustained recovery. Gratitude lists can help shift perspective and improve mental well-being.
If I woke up tomorrow with only the things I was grateful for today, what would I be grateful for?
In this episode of Crosstalk, host Matt sits down with Amanda Wehrsma, Daphne Lewis, Sarah Pickard, and Michelle Fondall for an all-women's discussion on recovery and the power of gratitude. The conversation kicks off with each woman sharing something important about themselves, highlighting the choice to maintain a positive attitude despite life's ups and downs. Amanda talks about how she consciously chooses positivity every day, which sets the tone for the entire discussion.
The women explore how a positive mindset can make daily challenges more manageable and how gratitude plays a crucial role in their recovery journeys. They share personal stories about balancing work, school, and family life, emphasising the importance of planning and self-compassion. The episode also touches on the role of spirituality and the significant impact it has had on their recovery. Sarah shares her experience of reuniting with her daughter and how her faith has helped her navigate this journey.
Daphne discusses the importance of treating mental health issues alongside addiction, stressing that a holistic approach is essential for sustained recovery. Michelle reflects on the restored relationships with her family, attributing this to the principles she learned in recovery. The episode wraps up with a heartwarming discussion on the importance of gratitude lists and how being thankful can shift one's perspective.
If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on maintaining a positive outlook in recovery, this episode is a must-listen.