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Sara Somers, Author of "Saving Sara: A Memoir of Food Addiction", On Greysheeters Anonymous
Sara Somers, Author of "Saving Sara: A Memoir of Food Addiction", On Greysheeters Anonymous
Sara Somers, Author of "Saving Sara: A Memoir of Food Addiction", On Greysheeters Anonymous
Saturday 9th May 2020
Sara Somers discusses overcoming food addiction with Greysheeters Anonymous and the importance of community support in recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Sara Somers' Path to Freedom from Food Addiction with Greysheeters Anonymous
I believe that I'm powerless over food, meaning the foods that have those sugar and grains in them, and that my life was unmanageable. I absolutely believe that that was true for me.
Imagine struggling with food cravings so intense they control your life. That's the reality Sara Somers faced for decades. In this heartfelt episode of The Rehab, Dr. Mark Leeds chats with Sara about her journey from the depths of food addiction to a fulfilling life in Paris. Her memoir, 'Saving Sara: A Memoir of Food Addiction', details how she found solace and recovery through Greysheeters Anonymous, a 12-step program inspired by Alcoholics Anonymous.
Sara opens up about the relentless grip of binge eating and the desperation that led her to seek help. She found her lifeline in Greysheeters Anonymous, where the support of a sponsor and a community of people with similar struggles became her anchor. The episode delves into the importance of finding the right sponsor-sponsee relationship and how it can be a game-changer in the recovery process.
Listeners will hear Sara's candid reflections on the challenges she faced, including dealing with friends and family who didn't always understand her journey. She emphasizes the role of spirituality and mindfulness in her recovery, offering a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with similar issues. Sara's story is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, no matter how daunting the path may seem. Her experience underscores the transformative power of community and connection in overcoming addiction.
If you're struggling with food addiction or know someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in to hear Sara Somers' incredible journey to freedom and how Greysheeters Anonymous helped her reclaim her life.