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Why Community and Courage Matter More Than Ever with Laura McKowen
Why Community and Courage Matter More Than Ever with Laura McKowen
Why Community and Courage Matter More Than Ever with Laura McKowen
Friday 9th May 2025
Explore how courage and community aid in recovery with Laura McKowen on 'The One You Feed'. Discover the power of transformation.
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Episode Overview
- Real transformation is often messy and uncomfortable.
- Sobriety marks the start of deeper healing, not just an end.
- Community provides essential support during recovery.
- Recognising 'fawning' as a trauma response can aid personal growth.
- Courage involves facing fears, not eliminating them.
"Courage is not the absence of fear but the willingness to move forward despite it".
If you're looking for a heartfelt discussion on the complexities of personal transformation, this episode of "The One You Feed" is a must-listen. Host Eric Zimmer welcomes Laura McKowen, who shares her journey through sobriety and the creation of The Luckiest Club, a global community dedicated to supporting individuals on their path to recovery. The conversation centres around the 'messy middle' - that awkward phase between leaving behind old habits and stepping into a new identity.
Laura talks candidly about the challenges of change, emphasising that sobriety isn't the end goal but rather the beginning of a deeper healing process. She discusses the importance of community in navigating these turbulent times, likening it to having a support system that holds you up when things get tough. Laura also introduces the concept of 'fawning' as a trauma response, shedding light on how this often-overlooked behaviour can manifest in our lives.
Eric and Laura's dialogue is peppered with personal anecdotes and reflections that make the episode relatable and engaging. They explore the idea that courage is not the absence of fear but the willingness to move forward despite it. With light humour and genuine empathy, they tackle the serious subject of recovery, making it accessible and inspiring for anyone who's ever felt stuck in their own 'messy middle'.
By the end of this episode, you'll find yourself pondering your own battles between the good and bad wolves within you. So why not take a moment to feed your good wolf by tuning in to this enlightening conversation?