Underdog Podcasts
Leslie Shapiro
4. Interview with Emily Paulson
4. Interview with Emily Paulson
4. Interview with Emily Paulson
Monday 27th April 2020
Emily Paulson talks about sobriety, social media pressures, and revealing our true selves with Leslie Shapiro on 'Secrets of a Sober Mom'.
30 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Authentic
Honest
Thought-Provoking
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Emily Paulson's Journey: Authenticity in Sobriety and Social Media
You never know what's going on on the outside or on the inside, because on the outside everything looks great.
Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of showing only the best parts of your life online? In this episode of 'Secrets of a Sober Mom', Leslie Shapiro sits down with Emily Paulson, an author, speaker, recovery coach, and mom, to discuss the pressures of social media and the liberation that comes with being real. Emily opens up about her own journey to sobriety and how she broke free from the 'highlight reel' culture that dominates our screens.
Emily's book, 'Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life', dives deep into the untrue stories we often share on social media. She shares how revealing her authentic self has not only helped her own recovery but also empowered other women to do the same. Through her platform, Emily has become a beacon of hope, showing that it's okay to be imperfect and that true strength lies in honesty.
The conversation touches on the mental toll of constantly comparing oneself to others online and the exhaustion of maintaining a facade. Emily's insights are both relatable and inspiring, offering a fresh perspective on how social media can impact mental health, especially for those in recovery. She also highlights the importance of writing and journaling as tools for healing and shares tips on finding support through online sobriety meetings.
Whether you're a mom trying to stay sober or someone curious about the impact of social media on mental well-being, this episode offers valuable takeaways. Tune in to hear Emily's candid story and learn how embracing authenticity can lead to a more fulfilling and sober life.