Damon Frank & Kristina Dennis

The Recovered Life Show

Damon Frank and Josh Swanson

  • Writing a Goodbye Letter with Guest Josh Swanson

Writing a Goodbye Letter with Guest Josh Swanson

Wednesday 26th June 2024

Discover the power of goodbye letters in recovery as Josh Swanson shares how writing can help heal past traumas and shed harmful beliefs.
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The Recovered Life Show
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Damon Frank & Kristina Dennis
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Saying Goodbye: How Writing Letters Can Transform Your Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Writing goodbye letters can help release emotional baggage.
  • Letting go of shame is crucial for emotional sobriety.
  • Unlearning harmful beliefs can lead to personal growth.
  • The amends process can be adapted through letter writing.
  • Identifying and addressing unresolved emotions is key.
There's power in pen to the paper... The first sentence is the hardest one to write.
Imagine saying goodbye to the things that no longer serve you. That's the focus of this episode of The Recovered Life Show, where Damon Frank chats with Josh Swanson about the power of writing goodbye letters. Josh, who runs aNONymous, shares his journey of coping with his father's suicide and how penning letters has helped him process unresolved emotions. It's not just about saying goodbye to people; it's about letting go of harmful beliefs and emotional baggage.
Josh and Damon dive into the amends process and how writing can be a tool for emotional sobriety. They discuss how shame often lurks in the shadows, affecting self-perception and relationships. Josh offers practical advice for anyone looking to shed these burdens and live their best-recovered life. The episode touches on the importance of unlearning damaging thoughts and replacing them with healthier ones. With light-hearted banter, they explore how emotional growth is a never-ending journey—much like peeling an onion.
Damon and Josh share anecdotes that highlight the transformative power of addressing deep-seated emotions, making this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking healing and resilience. So, are you ready to pick up a pen and say goodbye to what holds you back?
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