Finding Calm in Chaos: Debbie Hickey on Managing Overwhelm in Recovery
The courage is being afraid and doing it anyway... It's amazing to me, and those it's just a decision I make every day.
Feeling overwhelmed is a common hurdle in recovery, but Debbie Hickey is here to help. In this special 'Minisode' of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', Debbie, who has 29 years of sobriety and serves as the HR & Support Groups Manager at Lionrock Recovery, shares her personal strategies for managing those intense emotions that can arise during recovery.
With host Ashley Loeb Blassingame guiding the conversation, Debbie opens up about her own journey and the practical tips she's gathered along the way. She talks about the importance of slowing down, being present, and building a supportive community. Debbie's insights are not just theoretical; they're grounded in real-life experience and offer tangible steps you can take to navigate your own feelings of overwhelm.
Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this path for years, this episode provides valuable advice on how to maintain emotional balance and find calm amidst the chaos. Tune in to learn how to turn overwhelming moments into opportunities for growth and connection.