Sober Sisters
Sober Sisters
Speaker Series - Story #20
Speaker Series - Story #20
Speaker Series - Story #20
Friday 15th April 2022
Ashly's journey from sex and love addiction to emotional sobriety highlights resilience, community support, and navigating relationships in recovery.
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37 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Ashly's Path to Emotional Sobriety: A Tale of Resilience and Love
I met a lot of guys, just organic, I was very big on. I wanted to meet guys organically, and um so I did. And then there was, uh, one of my friends, a lot of my friends, uh, were in program in recovery and a lot of them were married, or a few of them were married and their husbands were in recovery too.
Ever wondered how someone finds their way from addiction to emotional sobriety? Ashly’s story is one of resilience, heartache, and ultimate triumph. In this episode of 'Sober Sisters Talk', Ashly opens up about her journey through sex and love addiction, and how she found her way to a healthier, more balanced life. She begins by sharing childhood memories that shaped her views on relationships, leading to a turbulent period marked by binge drinking as a coping mechanism.
But Ashly’s story doesn’t end there. She dives into the pivotal moments that steered her towards recovery, highlighting the crucial role of community and support systems. Navigating relationships in recovery is no small feat, and Ashly doesn’t shy away from discussing the challenges she faced. From meeting many partners organically to finding herself in a committed relationship with someone also in recovery, her experiences are both relatable and enlightening.
One of the most poignant parts of her story is the loss of a child, a tragedy that tested her and her husband’s strength. Yet, this heartbreaking experience brought them closer and taught Ashly invaluable lessons about vulnerability and leaning on others for support. Now a mother to a beautiful son, Ashly reflects on how she and her husband navigate parenthood while maintaining their sobriety.
Her story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of emotional sobriety in building a fulfilling life. Tune in to hear Ashly’s inspiring journey and gain insights into the transformative power of love and community in recovery.