Episode 8: Back from the AbyssEpisode 8: Back from the Abyss
Alcoholics Unanimous with Josh
Josh Woida shares his raw journey through addiction and recovery, emphasizing self-compassion and emotional management.
28:23•13 Jun 2022
Back from the Abyss: Josh Woida's Raw Journey Through Addiction and Recovery
“If you pay attention and if you recognize, and if you're able to be gentle with yourself and not judge yourself so much and come off as as long as you don't come off as kind of a- I don't know- as an enemy to your own psyche, because that's kind of.”
Josh Woida returns after a two-year break, bringing a fresh perspective and stories from his journey through addiction and recovery. This episode of 'Alcoholics Unanimous with Josh' is a heartfelt catch-up, where Josh talks about his time away, the challenges he faced, and the new insights he's gained. He opens up about feeling isolated and creatively stifled, and stresses the importance of self-compassion in the recovery process.
Josh also shares his experiences from Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) meetings, where he learned to recognize and manage his emotions. With his trademark honesty and a touch of humor, Josh encourages listeners to be gentle with themselves as they navigate their own paths to sobriety. This episode is a raw, real look at the highs and lows of addiction recovery, offering both comfort and inspiration to those on similar journeys.
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