Birthday Behavior: Healing from Shame and Lessons Learned from Cara Delevingne

Birthday Behavior: Healing from Shame and Lessons Learned from Cara Delevingne

Imagine planning a tribute video to celebrate your twenties, only to have it go disastrously wrong. That's exactly what happened to Nadine Mulvina, host of 'The Sober Butterfly Podcast'. In this candid episode, Nadine revisits her last drunken birthday and the overwhelming shame that followed. She reflects on how addiction and shame can keep people trapped in a cycle of secrecy and self-doubt.

But Nadine isn't just recounting her own story; she also draws parallels with supermodel and actress Cara Delevingne, who experienced her own wake-up call around her 30th birthday. Cara's approach to using the term 'healing' instead of 'recovery' offers a fresh perspective on overcoming addiction. Nadine emphasizes the power of empathy and the importance of de-stigmatizing addiction. She encourages listeners to sit with their discomfort and embrace their true selves.

This episode is a heartfelt conversation about learning from past mistakes and finding the courage to live authentically. Perfect for anyone on a journey to sobriety or those supporting someone who is, this episode offers a blend of personal anecdotes and broader insights into the struggles and triumphs of recovery.