Rogue Media Network
Mike Hamilton
Laure Redmond
Laure Redmond
Laure Redmond
Thursday 21st October 2021
Laure Redmond discusses her journey from fitness coach to overcoming addiction and finding self-compassion on 'The Payoff with Pete'.
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64 minutes
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Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Laure Redmond's Path: From High-Flying Fitness Coach to Sobriety Advocate
You can be experiencing all the success in the world if you're not spiritually fit, then it doesn't mean anything.
Ever wondered how someone can juggle training Hollywood stars and battling personal demons? Meet Laure Redmond, a dynamic fitness coach whose life took unexpected turns. In this episode of 'The Payoff with Pete', Laure opens up about her journey from the bustling gyms of New York City to the depths of addiction and back to a thriving, sober life. Known for training the likes of Tom Cruise and Madonna, Laure's high-energy lifestyle masked a growing dependence on alcohol.
Despite her success, she felt a creeping shame tied to her addiction. Laure continued to excel professionally, publishing books and appearing in major media, but behind the scenes, her drinking habits were taking a toll. Her struggles began in childhood with traumatic events like her father's departure and her mother's illness and eventual passing. An abusive stepfather only added to her burdens, leading Laure to seek solace in alcohol from a young age.
Laure shares candidly about the role of shame in her addiction, describing it as feeling fundamentally flawed and fearing others would see her that way too. She learned to embrace all her emotions, including shame, which helped her develop self-compassion and better support herself and others. Spirituality also plays a crucial role in Laure's recovery. She finds strength in various recovery programs, emphasizing the need for diverse support systems to stay engaged.
Laure discusses the unexpected benefits of sobriety, such as enhanced sexual intimacy and the ability to set boundaries. She also highlights the power of admitting struggles to someone else, a simple yet transformative step in recovery. Tune in to hear Laure's inspiring story of resilience, self-compassion, and the multifaceted journey to sobriety.