Adina Silvestri
Adina Silvestri
How to Be “Loud and Proud” in Recovery: Reducing the Stigma
How to Be “Loud and Proud” in Recovery: Reducing the Stigma
How to Be “Loud and Proud” in Recovery: Reducing the Stigma
Thursday 16th April 2020
Laura Silverman shares her journey from addiction to sobriety, emphasizing personalized recovery and reducing the stigma around addiction.
39 minutes
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Adina Silvestri
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Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Loud and Proud: Laura Silverman's Unique Path to Sobriety
For me, recovery wasn't and isn't possible if I'm still drinking. I really struggled with feeling like I had to be pigeonholed into what other people thought recovery looked like.
Ever wondered how someone can transform their life from addiction to sobriety while challenging societal norms? In this episode of 'Atheists in Recovery', Laura Silverman opens up about her deeply personal journey. Raised as a secular and cultural Jew abroad, Laura's early years were marked by struggles with mental health and a sense of isolation. These challenges led her to seek solace in alcohol, initiating a cycle of starting and stopping that felt impossible to break.
Laura's story takes a pivotal turn with a life-altering hospitalization in an unfamiliar city. This experience became the catalyst for her commitment to sobriety. However, the path wasn't straightforward. Laura grappled with the pressure to conform to traditional recovery methods, feeling pigeonholed by others' expectations. In this candid conversation, Laura emphasizes the importance of a personalized approach to recovery.
She shares how her involvement with the Sobriety Collective, a resource hub for creative individuals in recovery, has helped her embrace her journey 'loud and proud'. Laura also discusses coping strategies for mental and emotional health, especially during times of isolation. Tune in to hear Laura's inspiring story and gain insights into breaking the stigma surrounding addiction and recovery.
Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on living authentically and proudly in sobriety.