Rehoboth social podcast network
Rehoboth social podcast network
S1 Ep9: Treat Yourself With Dignity & Love
S1 Ep9: Treat Yourself With Dignity & Love
S1 Ep9: Treat Yourself With Dignity & Love
Saturday 23rd November 2019
Listen to a powerful story of overcoming compulsive overeating and alcoholism through self-love and community support on 'Anonymous: An Honest Recovery Podcast'.
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62 minutes
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Rehoboth social podcast network
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Healing with Dignity: One Woman's Journey from Addiction to Recovery
One of the things that I have that I never imagined I would have is a sense of wellbeing, and that would be completely compromised.
What happens when the very things you turn to for comfort become the chains that bind you? In this episode of 'Anonymous: An Honest Recovery Podcast', a brave woman opens up about her struggle with compulsive overeating and alcoholism. Her story starts with childhood memories of using anisette and blackberry brandy to ease menstrual cramps, a habit that spiraled into a full-blown addiction to food and alcohol as she grew older.
This led her down a dark path of self-destruction and despair. But that's not where her story ends. Through the support of communities like Overeaters Anonymous (OA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), and her own fierce determination, she found a way out. She highlights the crucial role of self-love and acceptance in her recovery, stressing that healing often means facing and overcoming past traumas.
Relationships also play a key part in her journey, and she shares valuable insights on navigating these while in recovery. Her story is a testament to the power of community support and the transformative effect of self-compassion. If you're looking for a tale of resilience and hope, this episode offers a heartfelt reminder that recovery is possible, no matter how deep the struggle.