Bonnie Violet: Embracing Identity and Spirituality in Recovery
I'm not created by all the shit that happened to me. I love who I am like, I love the f*** out of myself and I also struggle with myself sometimes and I am really lonely in life, but I also like, I don't know.
Bonnie Violet's story is one you won't want to miss. As a transgender queer spiritual drag artist and digital chaplain, Bonnie has navigated a complex journey from addiction to self-discovery. Growing up in a small Idaho town, Bonnie faced early exposure to drugs and alcohol, leading her down a path of substance abuse. But her story doesn't end there.
Through the struggles with drugs like ecstasy and crystal meth, Bonnie found a way to live authentically, embracing her gender identity and spirituality along the way. In this episode of 'Alcohol Tipping Point', she opens up about how religion and societal expectations shaped her experience and how grace became her guiding light.
Bonnie's candid discussion sheds light on the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in recovery, offering a blend of personal anecdotes and broader insights that will resonate with anyone seeking to understand or support those on a similar path. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights the power of self-love and acceptance in the journey to sobriety.