Finding Freedom: Rose Ann's Journey to Sobriety at 60
Episode Overview
Faith and neuroscience can work together to overcome addiction. Setting boundaries is crucial for personal growth and healing. Recovery doesn't require lifelong labels or meetings. Changing thought patterns is key to lasting transformation. God's promises provide strength and hope for those in recovery.
"I'm not going to label myself because we're all sinners. We all fall short, you know."
How do people cope with the challenges of staying sober? In this inspiring episode of "Sober on Purpose," host Tanya Gioia sits down with Rose Ann Forte, a remarkable woman who quit drinking at 60 and found her freedom through faith and neuroscience. Rose Ann, an international best-selling author, shares her transformative journey from living a double life as a church leader struggling with alcohol addiction to discovering true freedom.
She opens up about her 29-year toxic marriage and how she made her husband an idol, leading her into the abyss of addiction and anger. After her divorce, Rose Ann turned to a neuroscience-based recovery program that shifted her perspective on addiction. Instead of committing to a lifetime of meetings and labels, she focused on a 90-day challenge to put alcohol aside and see what happens. The results were life-changing, as she regained self-confidence, joy, and peace.
Rose Ann's story highlights the power of faith and the importance of setting healthy boundaries while embracing God's promises for restoration. Throughout the episode, Rose Ann discusses the neuroscience behind changing thought patterns and how it aligns with biblical teachings on renewing the mind. Her approach combines faith-based healing with scientific principles, offering a unique path to sobriety. This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with addiction or seeking a deeper connection with God.
So grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and prepare to be inspired by Rose Ann's journey to lasting freedom.