Ash
Ash
The Reality When You Go No Contact & Hidden Grief
The Reality When You Go No Contact & Hidden Grief
The Reality When You Go No Contact & Hidden Grief
Monday 6th October 2025
Explore the emotional rollercoaster of going no contact and identity death with Ash's raw and inspiring recovery story.
35 minutes
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Author:
Ash
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Categories:
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Healing Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Going no contact can feel like an identity death.
- Breaking lifelong patterns requires resilience.
- Coping mechanisms are essential during recovery.
- Societal pressures can complicate personal healing.
- Silence can be a powerful tool in recovery.
"I never thought I'd be a person that could go no contact."
What emotional and inspiring tales of recovery are out there? Well, this episode of Codependent N’ Sh*t certainly delivers one. Ash, the host, takes listeners on a raw journey through her experience of going no contact with her ex-abuser. It's not just about cutting ties; it's a complete identity overhaul. The episode tackles the emotional rollercoaster of cutting off someone who was once a significant part of your life and how it can feel like an identity death.
Ash candidly shares her struggles, including moving homes and grappling with her emotions, all while navigating single parenting. Listeners are treated to Ash's brutally honest recounting of how difficult it is to maintain no contact, especially when you're someone who loves deeply. She also opens up about her abortion, a topic she has carried quietly for years, revealing the societal pressures to move on despite lingering grief.
Ash doesn't shy away from sharing her coping mechanisms, including reconnecting with old friends and the role of ChatGPT in keeping her grounded. With humour and heartfelt honesty, Ash addresses the challenges of breaking lifelong patterns and encourages listeners to embrace their silence as a powerful tool in recovery. This episode is not just a story; it's a testament to resilience and the complex layers of healing.
Whether you're contemplating going no contact or simply seeking solace in shared experiences, this episode offers a raw and relatable narrative that might just resonate with you. How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Tune in to hear Ash's transformative journey and perhaps find a bit of your own story reflected in hers.