Arlina Allen: From Rock Bottom to a Life of Self-Esteem and Sobriety
Episode Overview
Arlina Allen's inspiring journey to recovery and self-esteem Insights into personal growth work and sobriety Valuable tools and experiences for individuals on the path to recovery Fostering a community around addiction recovery and personal development Professional insights and stories shared on the One Day at a Time podcast
My whole purpose in life is to share the tools that helped me to get to where I am today, which is 25 years married with the love of my life and financially stable. I love who I am today, which is wildly different than that period of time that I'm about to dive into.
Imagine hitting rock bottom at just 25 and then turning your life around to not only achieve long-term sobriety but also help others do the same. That's the incredible story of Arlina Allen, the guest on this episode of 'Chasing Heroine: Addiction Recovery Podcast'. Arlina, who has been sober since 1994, joins host Jeannine to share her journey from despair to a fulfilling life marked by personal growth and self-esteem.
Now married for 23 years with two teenage boys, Arlina has dedicated her sobriety to diving deep into personal development. She's created a self-esteem course aimed at helping others attract what they desire in finance, romance, and fitness. But that's not all; she's also working on a book that tackles navigating the Twelve Steps, even when conflicts arise with the Fellowship or its principles.
This episode isn't just about Arlina's past struggles; it's about the tools and insights she's developed along the way. Whether you're in recovery, know someone who is, or are just curious about personal growth, Arlina's story offers something valuable for everyone. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that proves hitting rock bottom can be the start of an incredible journey upward.