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The Gris Alves‘s Podcast Tales of Recovery

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  • Tales of Recovery with Golden Drake on Befriending Aging

Tales of Recovery with Golden Drake on Befriending Aging

Sunday 12th September 2021

Gris Alves and Golden Drake explore aging gracefully, self-love, and challenging beauty norms in 'Tales of Recovery'.
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76 minutes
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Empowering
Informative
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Compassionate

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The Gris Alves‘s Podcast Tales of Recovery
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Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Healing Relationships
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Golden Drake on Aging Gracefully: A Journey of Self-Love and Acceptance

I think that every person has their unique dance with aging and you're in it in a way that feels right for you, and maybe letting the gray come through is too much of a stretch for you right now, and when it's time, if it's time, it'll be time and you'll know it. Just know that this is like some journey that we're all kind of on together.
Aging is often seen as something to fear, but what if it could be embraced with love and grace? In this episode of 'Tales of Recovery', host Gris Alves welcomes her dear friend Golden Drake to challenge societal norms about aging. Golden opens up about her personal journey through menopause and chemotherapy, reflecting on how these experiences reshaped her views on beauty and self-worth.
Together, Gris and Golden discuss the pressures women face to conform to unrealistic beauty standards and the impact this has on self-esteem, especially as they enter their elder years. They share heartfelt stories about Gris's mother, who defied these norms and embraced her natural self. The conversation shifts to the importance of unconditional self-love and viewing our bodies as sacred vessels.
They also touch on an upcoming event called Body Blessing, designed to help individuals tap into their fullest potential through community and sisterhood. Golden beautifully describes aging as a unique dance, encouraging listeners to find their own rhythm and embrace imperfection. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to age with grace and love.