Healing from Within: Amy Merson on Recovery’s Mental and Emotional Challenges
If you have that sober bestie, if you have someone that you can hold their hand with through this journey, let me tell you I was a dry drunk for a while, super dry drunk.
Ever wondered how to truly tackle the mental and emotional hurdles of recovery? In this episode of 'Not Your Drinking Buddy', host Cassi Corona sits down with mindset coach Amy Merson to dive deep into the heart of these challenges. Cassi kicks things off by sharing her own recent trigger and how she managed to navigate through it, setting the stage for a candid and heartfelt conversation.
Amy, a certified NLP Master Practitioner and Meditation Teacher, brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to the table. With a background in Counseling, specializing in Substance Use Disorder, and 17 years of helping women rebuild their lives, Amy knows firsthand the winding road of addiction recovery. She opens up about her own journey, emphasizing the importance of understanding and taming the ego to achieve full recovery and healing.
Throughout their chat, Cassi and Amy touch on crucial topics like the significance of exit strategies, the power of shifting one's mindset in sobriety, and the invaluable support of sober friends and groups. Amy also delves into challenging relationship patterns and the role of ego in personal development, offering practical insights that can resonate with anyone on a similar path. Whether you're in sobriety, sober curious, or supporting someone on their journey, this episode is packed with wisdom and inspiration.
Tune in to hear Amy's story and gain a fresh perspective on the mental and emotional aspects of recovery. It's a conversation that promises to leave you feeling empowered and ready to take on your own challenges.