Kristen Casey Talks Love, Sobriety, and Rock 'n' Roll
Episode Overview
Sobriety can transform your relationships and self-worth. It's never too late to pursue your dreams, as Kristen published her first book at 50. Learning to like yourself can raise your standards in relationships. Writing about personal experiences can help others in their recovery journey. Recovery involves embracing personal growth beyond quitting substances.
"Once we learned to like ourselves, our standards got higher and our own needs took priority."
What makes a recovery story truly inspiring? Join Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara in this lively episode of Recovery Rocks as they welcome the vibrant Kristen Casey. Known for her best-selling memoirs, Kristen opens up about her journey from addiction to a thriving sober life.
She shares tales from her books, 'Casey Dancer: A Memoir of Dating, Stripping, and a Little Hot Yoga' and 'Rock Monster: My Life with Joe Walsh,' giving listeners a peek into her life with rock legends and her path to self-discovery. The conversation gets personal as Kristen reflects on how sobriety transformed her relationships. She candidly discusses how learning to like herself changed her dating life and how she navigated the tricky waters of intimacy without the crutch of substances.
With humour and honesty, Kristen shares how she moved from being the rock star's girlfriend to finding her own identity, all while dealing with the ups and downs of recovery. Kristen's story is one of resilience, illustrating that it's never too late to pursue your dreams. Her journey from writing unpublished manuscripts to becoming a successful author at 50 is nothing short of inspiring.
This episode is a heartfelt reminder that recovery is not just about quitting substances but also about embracing personal growth and self-love. Whether you're interested in celebrity stories, the intricacies of recovery, or just looking for a good laugh, this episode has something for everyone. So, how do you find strength in your journey to sobriety? Tune in and find out!