011 Life After 12-Step Recovery011 Life After 12-Step Recovery
Breaking Free: Your Recovery. Your Way.
Liv and Tiffany discuss life after leaving 12-step recovery, focusing on autonomy and personal growth in sobriety.
26:50•9 Jul 2019
Redefining Sobriety: Life Beyond 12-Step Programs
“So, and I think that's testament to our Dynamicism, is that, is that the word? You know, I did used to do things like: going out to eat is really fun to me.”
What happens when you decide to step away from the 12-step recovery program? In this episode of 'Breaking Free: Your Recovery. Your Way.', hosts Liv and Tiffany share their personal journeys of leaving the traditional 12-step approach and finding new ways to sustain their sobriety. They dive into the fears often associated with leaving the program, such as the belief that it inevitably leads to relapse.
Liv opens up about how she realized her reliance on the fellowship was preventing her from trusting her own thoughts and exploring other recovery paths. Tiffany shares her discovery of intuitive eating, which helped her recognize that she was already whole and capable of trusting herself, crucial for her healing process. The episode tackles the complexities of addiction, the impact of trauma, and the vital role of therapy and support.
Liv and Tiffany emphasize the importance of autonomy in recovery, encouraging listeners to honor their individual needs and find a path that truly works for them. Their stories are filled with moments of self-discovery, independence, and the joy of reclaiming their agency. If you're curious about life beyond 12-step programs and want to hear firsthand experiences of finding freedom in recovery, this episode offers a refreshing perspective.
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