Redefining Self: Overcoming Mental Health Challenges on Anonymous: An Honest Recovery Podcast
My identity is tied into whatever I feel like being that day, and whatever I feel like being that day is accepted by god, as long as I'm not hurting myself or hurting anyone else.
Have you ever felt trapped by the labels that come with mental health disorders? In this episode of 'Anonymous: An Honest Recovery Podcast', we hear from someone who has battled Bipolar II, substance use disorder, orthorexia, disordered eating, and sexual and relationship addiction tendencies. Their journey is raw and real, diving deep into the struggles of depression, mania, suicidal thoughts, toxic codependency, and intimate partner violence. Yet, it's also a story of hope and transformation.
With the support of NA, AA, intuitive eating, therapy, and medication, they find a path to a fulfilling life in recovery. This episode is a candid look at how mental illness does not define one's identity and the power of resilience and community in overcoming life's toughest battles.