324 An Alternative Path To Recovery, Overcoming Shame and Creating A Sober Community324 An Alternative Path To Recovery, Overcoming Shame and Creating A Sober Community
The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast
If you’re listening to this podcast, I’m sure you’re familiar with the whole shame spiral of drinking. You know, swearing to yourself that you’ll never drink like that again, the rush of shame and anxiety after a bad night of drinking, only to...
54:20•13 Jun 2024
Finding Sobriety: Samantha Perkins on Overcoming Shame and Building Community
Episode Overview
- Shame often perpetuates the cycle of drinking.
- Self-awareness is crucial in recognising one's drinking problem.
- Building a supportive sober community can aid in recovery.
- A scientific understanding of alcohol's effects can be enlightening.
- Self-compassion plays a vital role in the healing process.
“I thought once I started exploring the idea of sobriety that it meant living a life of misery.”
In this episode of The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast, Arlina Allen sits down with Samantha Perkins, an author, TED Talk speaker, and recovery advocate. Samantha shares her unique journey to sobriety, highlighting the challenges of overcoming shame and finding an alternative path to recovery outside traditional programmes. She dives into the shame spiral many experience with drinking and how she realised her drinking was out of control without external intervention.
Samantha's story is a testament to the power of self-awareness and self-compassion in the recovery process. She discusses the importance of creating a supportive sober community and the role of scientific understanding in her journey, referencing influential books like 'The Naked Mind' by Annie Grace. Samantha's candid reflections on her struggles and triumphs provide a relatable and inspiring narrative for anyone facing similar battles.
If you're seeking a fresh perspective on recovery and the power of community, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to hear Samantha's empowering story and find hope in your own journey.
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