Anna Valenzuela

12 Questions

Anna Valenzuela

  • Mo Urban

Mo Urban

Monday 25th May 2020

Mo Urban shares her recovery journey, discussing boundaries, intuition, and self-forgiveness with Anna Valenzuela and Dave Yates.
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108 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
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About this podcast

12 Questions
Author:
Anna Valenzuela
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Mo Urban's Candid Talk on Recovery, Boundaries, and Forgiveness

Forgiveness for me, I'll just wrap this one up- is is not acceptance of what happened, but more of like forgiveness of myself and to know that we're all flawed humans.
Imagine sharing your most personal experiences with drinking and addiction in front of a microphone. That’s exactly what comedian and writer Mo Urban does in this episode of '12 Questions'. Hosted by Anna Valenzuela and Dave Yates, this episode dives deep into Mo’s journey through recovery, sprinkled with humor and raw honesty. Mo and Anna kick things off by swapping stories about their drinking days—misadventures that many will find both relatable and eye-opening.
But it’s not just about the laughs; they also discuss serious topics like setting boundaries and trusting your gut. Mo shares how these practices have been crucial in her recovery journey. The conversation takes an introspective turn as they explore the challenges of dealing with anxiety and fear. Mo opens up about the entertainment industry’s pressures and how they’ve impacted her mental health.
The discussion doesn’t shy away from tough subjects like mortality and societal expectations around parenthood, making it a well-rounded chat that touches on many facets of life. One of the most poignant moments comes when Mo talks about forgiveness. She says, 'Forgiveness for me, I'll just wrap this one up- is is not acceptance of what happened, but more of like forgiveness of myself and to know that we're all flawed humans'.
This sentiment captures the essence of the episode—self-forgiveness and acceptance are key to recovery. The hosts also hint at exciting new content for the podcast, including video interviews and behind-the-scenes footage. This episode is a blend of humor, wisdom, and heartfelt moments that offer hope and practical insights for anyone on a recovery journey. Whether you’re navigating your own path or supporting someone else, Mo Urban’s story is sure to resonate.