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  • Recover Outloud: Episode 117: Loving the Ridiculous Parts of Yourself

Recover Outloud: Episode 117: Loving the Ridiculous Parts of Yourself

Wednesday 14th January 2026

Julie May shares her story of addiction, mental health, and self-acceptance with Sean. Discover the power of loving even the ridiculous parts of yourself.
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53 minutes
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Embracing the Ridiculous: A Journey to Self-Love

Episode Overview

  • Addiction can manifest in various forms beyond substances.
  • Radical self-acceptance is crucial for healing.
  • Connection is a powerful antidote to addiction.
  • Understanding trauma's impact is key to recovery.
  • Loving oneself includes embracing imperfections.
"The opposite of addiction is connection."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Meet Julie May, founder and host of The Ridiculously You Podcast, as she joins Sean in a deeply human conversation about addiction, mental health, and radical self-acceptance. Julie opens up about her battles with perfectionism, food addiction, and the silent pressure of appearing 'put together' while feeling like she's falling apart inside.
This episode is not just about drugs or alcohol; it's about understanding that addiction can take many forms, including toxic relationships and the need for control. Julie shares her experience of hitting rock bottom and how a simple phone call from a friend helped her step back from the brink. Together, Sean and Julie explore the power of self-love and the importance of embracing even the ridiculous parts of ourselves.
They discuss how healing often begins with accepting our imperfections and recognising the trauma that lives within us. If you've ever felt the weight of maintaining a façade or struggled with mental health challenges, this episode offers a compassionate space to find connection and hope. What steps can you take today to love yourself a little more?
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