Ashley Jo: A Journey Through Addiction, Sobriety, and Rebuilding a Life of Purpose
Bryan White continues the Addiction & Recovery mini-series with Ashley Jo, who shares her journey from addiction to recovery. She discusses the impact of opioid addiction on her family, challenges in sobriety, including her son's diagnosis, marital stress, relocations, divorce, her ex-husband's DUI, depression, and alcoholism. Ashley talks about admitting her alcoholism, rebuilding her life, and coping with her ex-husband's death. She highlights the role of age in trauma response, career changes, and the importance of support networks. The episode explores technology in recovery, overcoming cognitive distortions, and the power of storytelling. Ashley reflects on her past, future goals, and her desire to give hope and inspiration through her story.
Key Points
- The journey of recovery can be filled with relapses and setbacks, but finding the right community and support system is crucial for long-term success.
- Self-awareness and confronting personal demons are essential steps in overcoming addiction and finding true self-love.
- Living authentically and vulnerably allows for deeper connections and a more fulfilling life, even amidst ongoing challenges and hardships.
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Transcript
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