Acceptance, Empowerment, Self-compassion, and Sustainable Recovery Plans | Cini Shaw | Recovery Matters PodcastAcceptance, Empowerment, Self-compassion, and Sustainable Recovery Plans | Cini Shaw | Recovery Matters Podcast
Recovery Matters! Podcast
CINI BEGAN HER CAREER IN SPECIAL EDUCATION, WORKING WITH THE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED. SHE CONTINUES TO ADVOCATE FOR THE RIGHTS OF THOSE WHO DO NOT HAVE A VOICE AND HAVE BEEN MARGINALIZED BY OUR SOCIETY. CINI SPENT MANY YEARS AS A STAY-AT-HOME MOM IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY. SHE IS AWARE OF THE BENEFITS AND CHALLENGES THAT GO HAND AND HAND WITH RAISING A FAMILY AS WELL AS THE SOCIAL PRESSURES, ALIENATION, AND COMPETITIVENESS IN MANY OF OUR COMMUNITIES. CINI RECOGNIZES THESE PRESSURES CAN BE OVERWHELMING, LEADING TO LOW SELF-ESTEEM, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, AND UNSAFE COPING SKILLS. IN 2014, SHE BEGAN TO DEVOTE HER TIME AND ENERGY, WITH THE SAME PASSION SHE HAD EARLIER IN HER CAREER, PARTNERING WITH INDIVIDUALS ON THEIR RECOVERY JOURNEY. CINI BECAME A PROFESSIONAL RECOVERY COACH AND AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT AND NEW YORK. ON A DAILY BASIS, SHE MEETS INDIVIDUALLY AND IN GROUP THERAPY SETTINGS TO ASSIST THOSE WITH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS IN DEVELOPING ACCEPTANCE, EMPOWERMENT, SELF-COMPASSION, AND A SUSTAINABLE RECOVERY PLAN.
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Cini Shaw's Path to Recovery: Embracing Self-Compassion and Community Support
“When I could recognize that that part wasn't bad, that part was trying to take care of me and be more curious about it and accepting about it, I really developed a different sense of serenity, I think.”
What happens when you combine a passion for advocacy with a deep understanding of the struggles of addiction? You get Cini Shaw, a dedicated recovery coach and counselor who has spent years helping others find their way to sustainable recovery. In this episode of 'Recovery Matters! Podcast', Cini opens up about her own journey, the hurdles she faced while raising a family, and the invaluable lessons she's learned along the way.
She dives into the social pressures that often lead to low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression, and how these can push individuals towards unsafe coping mechanisms. But it's not all doom and gloom. Cini shares how she turned these challenges into opportunities for growth and empowerment. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and community support, offering practical advice for anyone on their recovery journey.
With her unique blend of professional expertise and personal experience, Cini's story is both inspiring and deeply relatable. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a wealth of insights and encouragement. Tune in to hear how acceptance, empowerment, and self-compassion can pave the way to a healthier, happier life.
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