Ralph Sara
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Shannon Nelson - Episode 132
Shannon Nelson - Episode 132
Shannon Nelson - Episode 132
Monday 17th June 2024
Shannon Nelson shares her raw and inspiring journey from addiction to sobriety, offering hope and encouragement to those struggling.
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47 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Shannon Nelson shares her raw journey from addiction to sobriety.
- She discusses the importance of building a strong support network.
- The role of spiritual awakening in her recovery process.
- Challenges of maintaining sobriety and dealing with relapses.
- The significance of setting boundaries to protect one's recovery.
I used to tell God, if you get me out of this one more time, I'll stop.
In this episode of The Anonymous Eskimo Podcast, host Ralph Sara sits down with Shannon Nelson, a Gwichin Athabascan and Inupiaq woman from Fairbanks, Alaska. Shannon bravely opens up about her tumultuous journey through addiction and recovery, offering a heartfelt and raw account of her struggles and triumphs. From dealing with abandonment issues to finding herself in the throes of addiction, Shannon shares how she reached a turning point through a spiritual awakening in 2015.
Her story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of seeking help when it feels like there’s no way out. Shannon recounts the moment she decided to leave Fairbanks for Anchorage, knowing she needed a fresh start to break free from her destructive patterns. She talks about the challenges of maintaining sobriety, including multiple relapses and the difficulty of balancing life’s responsibilities while staying clean.
Her narrative is filled with candid moments, like the support she received from her eldest daughter during her darkest times and the eventual peace she found in her higher power. Listeners will find Shannon's story both inspiring and relatable, especially when she discusses the importance of building a support network and setting boundaries to protect her sobriety.
Ralph and Shannon also touch on the broader issues facing Indigenous communities, such as mental health and the epidemic of missing and murdered Indigenous people. This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is a continuous journey filled with ups and downs. Shannon’s courage in sharing her story offers hope and encouragement to anyone struggling with addiction or mental health issues. Tune in to hear her powerful testimony and gain insight into the strength it takes to reclaim one’s life.
Why not give this episode a listen? It might just be the inspiration you need today.