Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
283: The Call of the Self with Sarah Gillespie
283: The Call of the Self with Sarah Gillespie
283: The Call of the Self with Sarah Gillespie
Wednesday 11th September 2024
Join Sarah Gillespie and Veronica as they explore the call of the self, addiction, artistic identity, and the journey to sobriety.
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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Exploring the intersection of art and sobriety.
- Understanding identity through creative expression.
- Challenges faced by women in creative industries.
- The evolving journey of self-discovery and growth.
- Impact of motherhood on personal and artistic identity.
Being impervious to what you think might happen if you are visible emotionally, if you are 100% alive with all of the good and bad that you feel about life.
In this engaging episode of the Soberful podcast, host Veronica is joined by the talented artist and director of the Create Now Academy, Sarah Gillespie. Together, they delve into the intricate relationship between artistic identity and sobriety, exploring how addiction can hinder one's ability to truly express themselves and be who they are meant to be. Sarah, a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and expressionist painter, shares her journey through the creative world and her experiences with sobriety.
The conversation touches on various aspects of identity, including the societal pressures on women in the creative industries. Sarah discusses the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated music scene, and the importance of being true to oneself despite external expectations. The discussion also highlights the significance of creative expression as a means of self-discovery and growth.
As the dialogue unfolds, Veronica and Sarah reflect on their shared experiences, from their teenage years to the present, both as mothers and as individuals navigating the complexities of life and identity. The episode emphasizes the idea that the call of an artist is akin to the call to stop drinking, highlighting the transformative power of embracing one's true self. Sarah's insights are complemented by her own artistic journey, including her work in poetry and music.
She speaks candidly about the fear and vulnerability associated with being visible emotionally and creatively, and how overcoming these challenges is essential for personal and artistic development. Ultimately, this episode is a testament to the power of authenticity and the ongoing journey of self-discovery. It offers hope and inspiration to listeners seeking to understand their own identities and navigate the path to sobriety.