2 Sober Chicks - Lisa & Julie
2 Sober Chicks - Lisa & Julie
Shotglass w Julie - Mutherf-ing Mothers Day
Shotglass w Julie - Mutherf-ing Mothers Day
Shotglass w Julie - Mutherf-ing Mothers Day
Saturday 9th May 2020
Julie from '2 Sober Chicks' discusses healing mother-child relationships, sharing her recovery journey and insights on Steps 4 & 5.
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Get the buttons here!Healing Hidden Hurts: Julie on Mother-Child Relationships in Recovery
There are women like me in the group who have an interesting relationship with their mother. And it wasn't until I started examining in my fourth step all of the hurt and pain in my relationship with my mom, because I wanted a nurturing mom. I wanted a mom that hugged and kissed me and told me she loved me and missed me and nurtured me.
Mother's Day isn't always a bouquet of roses for everyone. In this heartfelt episode of '2 Sober Chicks', Julie opens up about the tangled web of mother-child relationships and how they can cast a shadow over special days like Mother's Day. Drawing from her own recovery journey, she candidly shares how unresolved pain and past experiences can cloud our perspectives and impact our lives in unexpected ways.
Julie dives into her personal story, reflecting on her relationship with her mother and the transformative power of working through Steps 4 & 5 in the AA program. She emphasizes the importance of facing hidden hurts head-on to heal and move forward. The episode also explores the unique challenges faced by stepparents and how these dynamics play a role in one's recovery journey.
With a compassionate and understanding tone, Julie discusses the significant impact addiction has on relationships and how acceptance and spirituality can pave the way for healing. She touches on the importance of nurturing during childhood and how these early experiences shape our adult relationships. The conversation also delves into the effects of COVID-19 on family dynamics, especially during holidays. Julie’s insights offer a comforting resource for anyone navigating the complexities of mother-child relationships in recovery.
Her reflections provide hope and practical advice for addressing hidden pains and finding a path to healing.