Elizabeth Chance
Elizabeth "Bizzy" Chance
Episode 612 Finding Freedom, Family, and Radical Acceptance
Episode 612 Finding Freedom, Family, and Radical Acceptance
Episode 612 Finding Freedom, Family, and Radical Acceptance
Thursday 5th February 2026
Explore friendship, acceptance, and sobriety with Elizabeth Chance and Becky Shipos in this heartfelt episode.
36 minutes
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Elizabeth Chance
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Friendships evolve over decades of sobriety.
- The Fourth Step involves confessing secrets to cleanse the heart.
- Acceptance and letting go are crucial in recovery.
- Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
- Sobriety brings freedom and genuine connections.
"Secrets keep humans sick, whether you're an alcoholic or not."
How do individuals find strength in their journey to sobriety? Episode 612 of 'Busy Living Sober' offers a heartfelt conversation between Elizabeth Chance and her long-time friend Becky Shipos, who brings an impressive 26 years of recovery experience to the table. They explore the intricacies of maintaining friendships over decades of sobriety and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it. This episode delves into the Fourth Step of Alcoholics Anonymous, where secrets are confessed and the heart is cleansed.
Elizabeth and Becky share personal stories about how they met in a church basement and discuss the evolution of friendships over time, especially among women. The duo also touches on the importance of acceptance and letting go of control in life, highlighting how these principles have shaped their recovery journeys. With light-hearted humour, they reflect on the differences between male and female friendships, the challenges of motherhood, and the ever-present need for a support system.
You'll find yourself nodding along as they discuss the significance of asking for help and the freedom that sobriety brings. This episode is a reminder that sobriety is not just about abstaining from alcohol but about embracing a new way of living. It's about building a relationship with oneself and others, free from judgement and full of genuine connection. If you're looking for an honest conversation filled with wisdom and laughter, this episode is a must-listen.
So, what does friendship look like after two decades of sobriety? Tune in to find out.