Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Hosted by Charlie & Jason
It's OK not to be OK with Cynthia Baade | The Way Out Podcast Episode 272
It's OK not to be OK with Cynthia Baade | The Way Out Podcast Episode 272
It's OK not to be OK with Cynthia Baade | The Way Out Podcast Episode 272
Monday 20th December 2021
Join Cynthia Baade on The Way Out podcast as she shares her journey through sobriety, focusing on mental health, spirituality, and peer support.
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Get the buttons here!Cynthia Baade: Embracing Imperfection in Recovery
Freedom from myself, freedom from what I was conditioned to be.
Imagine navigating the ups and downs of recovery while juggling the everyday chaos of parenthood. In this episode of 'The Way Out', co-host Jason reconnects with Cynthia Baade, a certified peer recovery specialist and a person in long-term recovery. Cynthia's story is a breath of fresh air, filled with the real-life sounds of her kids in the background, reminding us that life—and recovery—are beautifully imperfect.
Cynthia opens up about her battle with substance abuse, including her struggles with pain pills and meth. She shares the pivotal moment that pushed her to seek help and enter treatment. Her journey is a testament to resilience and the power of community support. Cynthia highlights how attending meetings and building relationships with others in recovery has been crucial to her sobriety. Mental health, spirituality, and self-care are cornerstones of Cynthia's recovery.
She talks about staying connected to her higher power and practicing self-care to maintain her mental well-being. Overcoming shame and guilt, setting boundaries, and building healthy relationships are some of the challenges she discusses openly. Throughout the conversation, Cynthia's positivity is infectious. She offers practical advice and resources for those seeking help, making her story not just inspiring but also actionable. As she beautifully puts it, 'Freedom from myself, freedom from what I was conditioned to be'.
Tune in to hear Cynthia's raw and uplifting journey, filled with hope and real-life wisdom.