Becoming Your Authentic Self with Malorie Cooper Part 1Becoming Your Authentic Self with Malorie Cooper Part 1
Eternally Amy - A Sober Mom of Eight's Journey from Jail to Joy
Amy sits down with friend and author, Malorie Cooper! Mal is the author of , and chats with Amy about her journey to discovering that she was transgender. Having grown up in an Evangelical family but being drawn to her mother's high heels and jewelry...
50:37•3 May 2022
Finding True Self: Malorie Cooper's Journey on Eternally Amy
“When I wrote that book, how wearing leggings changed my life, I had only come out like maybe six months earlier, so I didn't really know for sure how everything was going to go, but it appeared to be kind of prophetic, because I did end up in the situation where more and more people are drawn to me and want to talk with me and learn from me.”
Imagine growing up in a world where your true self feels hidden beneath layers of fear and guilt. In this heartfelt episode of 'Eternally Amy', Amy Liz Harrison sits down with Malorie Cooper, author of 'How Wearing Leggings Changed My Life', to discuss her transformative journey to authenticity. Malorie opens up about her experiences growing up in an Evangelical family, grappling with her identity, and the profound moment she realized she was transgender.
The conversation is filled with raw honesty as Malorie shares how societal expectations and internalized shame shaped her life. She even humorously blames Maury Povich for some of her struggles! As the discussion unfolds, you'll hear about the challenges Malorie faced and the strength she found in embracing her true self. Amy and Malorie also delve into the complex process of deconstructing and reconstructing faith, offering a fresh perspective on spirituality in recovery.
This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone on their own journey to authenticity, showing that it's possible to overcome fear and live genuinely. Tune in for an inspiring and uplifting conversation that encourages you to embrace your true self.
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