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Kristi G. - I Learned to Feel Feelings
Kristi G. - I Learned to Feel Feelings
Kristi G. - I Learned to Feel Feelings
Monday 5th August 2019
Kristi G. discusses her path from addiction to recovery, focusing on spirituality, self-compassion, and community support in this episode of Podcast Recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Kristi G.: Embracing Emotions on the Road to Recovery
But I think it's also important for me to be able to like, feel whatever I'm feeling about it. But don't feed the negativity, don't help the negativity.
Kristi G.'s journey through addiction and recovery is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode of Podcast Recovery, Kristi opens up about her struggles with trauma and addiction, revealing how she learned to embrace her emotions as part of her healing process. Her story begins with a felony distribution charge and a tough year in drug court, where daily urinalysis became the norm.
A significant turning point came on the anniversary of a friend's death, coinciding with her opportunity to enter rehab. Torn between staying with her using friends and seeking help, Kristi chose rehab, setting her on a new path. Despite facing relapses and the challenge of finding a supportive network, Kristi's resilience shines through. She talks candidly about the role of spirituality and self-compassion in her recovery, emphasizing the need to feel emotions without succumbing to negativity.
Kristi's story underscores the importance of community and finding hope, even in the darkest times. Her journey is a testament to the power of mindset and the possibility of recovery, offering valuable lessons for anyone touched by addiction.