Luke Worsfold
Luke Worsfold
The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life with Laura McKowen
The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life with Laura McKowen
The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life with Laura McKowen
Saturday 24th October 2020
Join Luke Worsfold as he talks to Laura McKowen about her inspiring journey from addiction to finding joy in sobriety.
46 minutes
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Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Healing
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Luke Worsfold
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Laura McKowen's Path to Sobriety: Finding Magic in a Sober Life
Addiction is anything that you do despite negative consequences, continue to do despite negative consequences.
Imagine waking up one day and realizing that your habits are destroying your life. This is the reality Laura McKowen faced, and she shares her compelling journey from addiction to recovery on this episode of 'Inside Addiction' with host Luke Worsfold. Laura, the author of 'We Are the Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life', opens up about her struggles with alcohol that began in her late teens and lasted nearly two decades until she achieved sobriety at 37.
Laura discusses how addiction isn't just about the substance but the persistent behavior despite negative consequences. She recounts a particularly harrowing moment when she left her daughter alone in a hotel room while blackout drunk, a wake-up call that forced her to confront her addiction head-on. Through candid storytelling, Laura highlights both the physical and psychological battles she faced, emphasizing that successful recovery requires addressing both aspects.
Listeners will find practical tools for coping with the mental fog of early sobriety, such as therapy, support meetings, and educational resources. Laura's story is not just about quitting alcohol; it's about building a fulfilling life in recovery. She talks about leaving her job to follow her passion for writing, which has brought her immense freedom and purpose. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how sobriety can lead to unexpected joy and fulfillment.
Laura encourages listeners to focus on the freedom and emotional richness that come with a sober life rather than material achievements. Her journey serves as a beacon of hope, showing that it’s possible to break free from addiction and live a life filled with magic and meaning.