Tawny Lara: Breaking Boundaries in Sobriety and Sexuality
I hope that your story just encourages somebody this evening that as you remove the alcohol, as you maybe even go to treatment to do that, as you get back to yourself, you begin to find all these amazing things about yourself.
Ever wondered how sobriety and sexuality can intersect in powerful ways? Meet Tawny Lara, a bisexual NYC-based writer, public speaker, and podcaster, known as 'The Sober Sexpert'. In this episode of Addiction Talk, Tawny dives into her journey to sobriety and how it has shaped her identity. As the founder of SobrieTea Party and the host of the Recovery Rocks podcast, she’s on a mission to shatter the stigmas surrounding both sobriety and sexuality.
Tawny talks about the importance of finding creative outlets and hobbies to stay sober and the hurdles of seeking support in a society that often glorifies heavy drinking. She also touches on the benefits of therapy, the power of reading sober memoirs, and why inclusivity and representation are crucial in the recovery community. Plus, Tawny shares her thoughts on how sobriety impacts intimacy and relationships.
Her story is both inspiring and informative, offering encouragement to anyone struggling with addiction or in denial about their drinking habits. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that challenges norms and provides hope for those on their own path to recovery.