Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#67 Sitting with Boredom (and all the feels) (feat. My Mom)
#67 Sitting with Boredom (and all the feels) (feat. My Mom)
#67 Sitting with Boredom (and all the feels) (feat. My Mom)
Tuesday 27th February 2024
Join a candid chat on embracing boredom and sobriety with insights on mental health support and self-reflection. Featuring a special guest: My Mom.
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Madeline Forrest
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Mental health support should be accessible and affordable.
- Embracing sobriety encourages presence and emotional awareness.
- Boredom can be an opportunity for self-reflection and growth.
- Therapy can help navigate life's challenges.
- Finding silence can enrich daily experiences.
Embracing boredom can be an opportunity for self-reflection and growth.
In the latest episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast, host Kim Gravel engages in a heartfelt conversation with her mom. The episode delves into the challenges and benefits of embracing boredom and moments of 'nothingness' in daily life, particularly within the context of sobriety. Kim shares her personal journey towards understanding the importance of being present and emotionally aware, highlighting how sobriety has transformed her life by allowing her to confront and sit with her emotions.
A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to discussing mental health accessibility, with Kim emphasizing the struggle many face when trying to find the right therapist. She introduces the service RULA, which partners with over 100 insurance plans and a vast network of therapists, making mental health care more affordable and accessible to those in need. This initiative is crucial, as mental health support often feels out of reach due to high costs and insurance complications.
Kim also reflects on how sobriety has shifted her focus from merely avoiding alcohol to enhancing her life through self-reflection and emotional growth. She describes how early sobriety was consumed by the goal of not drinking, but as time has passed, she has been able to explore deeper aspects of personal development, such as emotional awareness and the value of silence. Throughout the conversation, Kim encourages listeners to embrace moments of boredom as opportunities for self-reflection and growth.
She shares anecdotes of how turning off the music during car rides or walks has allowed her to connect with her thoughts and feelings, fostering a sense of calm and clarity. Kim believes that these silent moments are crucial for recognizing areas where one can improve and enrich their life. The episode concludes with Kim inviting listeners to join her sober community, the Happiest Sober Hub, and participate in her upcoming sober trip to Croatia.
She reminds everyone that life is happiest when sober, and encourages them to seek support and connection through her podcast and online community.