The Bubble Hour
The Bubble Hour
"This Way Up" Author Patti Clark
"This Way Up" Author Patti Clark
"This Way Up" Author Patti Clark
Tuesday 23rd July 2019
Join Patti Clark on The Bubble Hour as she discusses using creativity to overcome addiction and find emotional balance with host Jean McCarthy.
63 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Patti Clark: Embracing Creativity and Sobriety on The Bubble Hour
When we choose to address our addiction, it is an act of rebellion, and I feel so proud of being a rebel right now.
What if tapping into your creative side could help you on your journey to sobriety? That's the intriguing idea explored in this episode of The Bubble Hour, where host Jean McCarthy chats with Patti Clark, the author of 'This Way Up: Seven Tools for Unleashing Your Creative Self and Transforming Your Life'. Patti's book has won accolades, including the International Excellence Best Self-Help Book of the Year in 2017, and she’s been sharing her wisdom globally for over three decades.
But it's not just about accolades and workshops; Patti's personal story is one of overcoming addiction and finding emotional balance. In this episode, she opens up about how creativity played a pivotal role in her recovery process. Jean and Patti delve into the complex relationship between trauma and addiction, discussing why it's essential to address all forms of addiction, not just alcohol. They also touch on the therapeutic benefits of writing and the challenges of marketing recovery books.
This conversation is a treasure trove of insights for anyone on the path to sobriety or looking to add a spark of creativity to their life. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Patti's journey offers hope and practical tools for transformation.