Alison Haase on Breaking Free from Addiction and Embracing Self-Love
I really do feel indebted to let other women and men know that it's okay, you are not broken.
Alison Haase's journey is a testament to resilience and the power of self-discovery. As an author, athlete, and recovery advocate, Alison has faced and overcome addictions to drugs, alcohol, work, food, and people-pleasing. In this episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', she sits down with host Ashley Loeb Blassingame to share her incredible story of transformation. From battling bulimia in her early years to using drugs as a numbing escape, Alison’s path was fraught with challenges.
But it was through fitness, the 12 steps, community support, hard work, and accountability that she found her way to nearly two decades of sobriety. Her book, 'The Addict in Aisle 7', aims to break the stigma surrounding addiction and recovery, encouraging women to stop shaming themselves and realize their full potential. Throughout the episode, Alison talks about the importance of doing internal work and discovering one’s true self in the recovery process.
She highlights the lessons she learned in managing her food addiction and modifying her behavior. Alison also touches on the complexities of supporting individuals recovering from eating disorders and emphasizes the role of acceptance and self-love in breaking free from the cycle of addiction. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice on their own recovery journey.