Refocusing My Family by Amber Cantorna- The Boozeless Book Club

Refocusing My Family by Amber Cantorna- The Boozeless Book Club

Ever felt like you didn't quite fit in with your surroundings? In this episode of 'Eternally Amy', Amy Liz Harrison sits down with Carolyn Bunn, Sarah Alaimo, and Alysse Bryson from The Sober Curator to chat about Amber Cantorna's eye-opening memoir, 'Refocusing My Family: Coming Out, Being Cast Out, and Discovering the True Love of God'. Amber's journey of self-discovery within a deeply religious family is both moving and thought-provoking.

The conversation dives into the challenges she faced as she embraced her identity as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, while navigating the expectations and limitations imposed by her upbringing. The group shares their own experiences with religion and purity culture, discussing the double standards they encountered and how they found their way to self-acceptance. They emphasize the importance of open communication, empathy, and the power of a supportive community.

This episode offers a raw and honest dialogue that will resonate with anyone who has struggled to reconcile their true self with external pressures. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that underscores the importance of finding love and acceptance, both from others and within yourself.