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Sobriety Uncensored
Daniel and Jenna welcome their first guest, Laura McKowen. Laura is the author of a bestselling memoir and founder of “The Luckiest Club”, a global sobriety support community. Laura tells her sober story, talks about what inspired her to start writing about recovery and start an online sober community, and discusses the main theme of her upcoming book “Push Off From Here” being released on March 7th.
50:37•9 Mar 2023
Laura McKowen's Sober Story and Building a Global Support Community
“Nobody's addiction is the same, nobody's recovery is the same.”
Imagine facing your demons and turning that struggle into a beacon of hope for others. In this episode of 'Sobriety Uncensored', hosts Jenna and Daniel sit down with Laura McKowen, a bestselling author and founder of 'The Luckiest Club', a worldwide sobriety support community. Laura's journey to sobriety is nothing short of inspiring.
She opens up about what led her to start writing about recovery and how her own experiences fueled the creation of an online community dedicated to supporting those battling addiction. Her upcoming book, 'Push Off From Here', set to release on March 7th, promises to delve deeper into these themes. But this conversation isn't just about Laura's personal story.
It's a candid discussion on the broader issues of addiction and recovery in the US, the importance of surrendering in the recovery process, and the surprising effects of dry January on anxiety levels. Laura also highlights the transformative power of sharing your story and moving beyond a victim mentality.
With humor and heart, Jenna, Daniel, and Laura explore the complex relationship between alcohol and emotions, making this episode a must-listen for anyone on their own journey to sobriety or supporting someone who is.

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