Jill Haynie & Maggie Briggs
Jill Haynie & Maggie Briggs
Season 9, Episode 3
Season 9, Episode 3
Season 9, Episode 3
Thursday 12th May 2022
Join Jill Haynie as she narrates her journey from addiction to becoming a stone artist, highlighting resilience and personal growth.
Explicit
35 minutes
Inspiring
Raw
Thought-provoking
Engaging
Transformative
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Jill Haynie & Maggie Briggs
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Categories:
Creative Recovery Journeys
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Jill Haynie: From Plumbing to Stone Art and Sobriety
I had never had the kind of clarity that I had inside that egg and mainly the senses, my smell, the sound, what I could hear.
Imagine finding your life's passion after battling addiction and working in a job you couldn't stand. That's exactly what happened to Jill Haynie. In this episode of 'Hammered: A Story of an Insatiable Spirit', Jill shares her incredible journey from the lows of addiction to the highs of becoming a successful stone artist and storyteller. Jill's story begins with a memorable quote: 'If I have to be a plumber, just shoot me in the head'.
Her candidness sets the tone for a raw and emotional recounting of her life. From her early days as a plumber—a job she despised—to discovering her true calling in stone artistry, Jill's path is filled with resilience and determination. One particularly fascinating part of the episode is when Jill talks about her experience with sound and light vibration therapy. She describes how these therapies brought her profound clarity and helped her on her road to recovery.
It's a reminder that sometimes unconventional methods can lead to remarkable personal growth. Jill also touches on the unique challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field. Her story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about breaking barriers and proving that dedication and hard work can lead to success, no matter the obstacles. The episode also delves into the impact of the pandemic on service workers, highlighting the importance of valuing one's work and time.
Jill's reflections offer valuable insights into how the pandemic has reshaped our views on work and personal worth. This episode is perfect for anyone looking for a story of transformation, resilience, and the power of finding one's true passion. Jill Haynie's journey is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the incredible places it can take you.