Poetry Break 5 - Breathing Under WaterPoetry Break 5 - Breathing Under Water
Recovery Crone Podcast
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3:58•19 Oct 2020
Finding Strength in Poetry: Recovery Crone's Take on 'Breathing Underwater'
“And then one day- and I still don't know how it happened- the sea came without warning, without welcome, even not sudden and swift, but a shifting across the sand like wine, less like the flow of water than the flow of blood, slow but coming, slow but flowing like an open wound. And I thought of flight and I thought of drowning, and I thought of death. And while I thought the sea crept higher till it reached my door- and I knew then there was neither flight nor death, nor drowning- that when the sea comes calling, you stop being neighbors well acquainted, friendly at a distance neighbors, and you give your house for a coral castle and you learn to breathe underwater.”
Ever felt like you're drowning in life's challenges? In this poignant episode of the Recovery Crone Podcast, the host takes a deep dive into Carol Bialok's poem, 'Breathing Underwater'. She draws powerful connections between the poem and her own experiences with trauma and loss during her 12-step recovery journey.
The host opens up about the pain of losing her foster parents to cancer and how memories of trauma can resurface, yet she finds a way to 'breathe underwater' through resilience and hope. This episode isn't just about poetry; it's about finding your inner strength when life feels overwhelming. With raw honesty and vulnerability, the Recovery Crone offers a heartfelt reflection that will resonate with anyone facing their own struggles.
Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this path for years, this episode provides a comforting reminder that you're not alone. Tune in for an inspiring message of hope and resilience.
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