Author Laura McKowen talks with Chris Grosso about the process of addiction and recovery, her resistance to defining herself as an alcoholic, and working with guilt and shame.Laura McKowen is the author of <a href="https://smile.amazon.com/We-Are-Luckiest-Surprising-Magic/dp/160868654X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1IWYL8K9V22ON&dchild=1&keywords=we+are+the+luckiest+laura+mckowen&qid=1614799292&sprefix=we+are+the+lu%2Caps%2C225&sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">We Are The Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life</a>. She had a successful career in public relations and the Mad Men–esque drinking culture of advertising. After getting sober, Laura became recognized as a fresh voice in recovery, beloved for her soulful and irreverent writing online and in print. She now leads sold-out retreats and courses, teaching people how to say yes to a bigger life. Learn more about her at <a href="https://www.lauramckowen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">lauramckowen.com</a>.See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Author Laura McKowen talks with Chris Grosso about the process of addiction and recovery, her resistance to defining herself as an alcoholic, and working with guilt and shame. Laura McKowen is the author of We Are The Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life. She had a successful career in public relations and the Mad Men–esque drinking culture of advertising. After getting sober, Laura became recognized as a fresh voice in recovery, beloved for her soulful and irreverent writing online and in print. She now leads sold-out retreats and courses, teaching people how to say yes to a bigger life. Learn more about her at lauramckowen.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Author Laura McKowen talks with Chris Grosso about the process of addiction and recovery, her resistance to defining herself as an alcoholic, and working with guilt and shame.Laura McKowen is the author of <a href="https://smile.amazon.com/We-Are-Luckiest-Surprising-Magic/dp/160868654X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1IWYL8K9V22ON&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=we+are+the+luckiest+laura+mckowen&amp;qid=1614799292&amp;sprefix=we+are+the+lu%2Caps%2C225&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer">We Are The Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life</a>. She had a successful career in public relations and the Mad Men–esque drinking culture of advertising. After getting sober, Laura became recognized as a fresh voice in recovery, beloved for her soulful and irreverent writing online and in print. She now leads sold-out retreats and courses, teaching people how to say yes to a bigger life. Learn more about her at <a href="https://www.lauramckowen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">lauramckowen.com</a>.See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Ep. 121 – We Are The Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life with Laura McKowen

Chris Grosso is a public speaker, writer, musician, recovery coach, and author of several books, including&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Indie-Spiritualist-Bullshit-Exploration-Spirituality/dp/1582704627/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1434675440&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=indie+spiritualist" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Indie Spiritualist</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Mind-Spiritual-Awakening-Mind-Blowing/dp/1622035291/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1434675490&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=everything+mind" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Everything Mind</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Dead-Set-Living-Difficult-Beautiful/dp/1501173979/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1505914014&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=dead+set+on+living" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dead Set On Living</a>, and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Necessary-Death-Horror-Navigating-Experience/dp/0757324886/ref=sr_1_1?crid=T82Y3WIFIN5R&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8zIhkHt71vqNCOyj_yH9HP9qbNtB6FKeCL6Oy564IA7Ui8JyLCo1KXFmRjASle-_Kke1Oq0eAp4Cp1NktO9xxfJQVi-QTUXfXjIi-tzkZeyzv1soZImQRxig8Gk0gmFAuRuq4OdwmktKG8V-TTR0_DLWCla-xNE-DrrXSaZ3fSxKYctal5sD3RCVv0f9a3jlBnAWPKVy7a8HRstqSz69j12hiQRzSmBCtCed5Q7IzlA.cYvcqvaHFSvt0Tv5XEx43pgwkLwlnwyVtRBvX8n6bfs&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Necessary+Death&amp;qid=1710375258&amp;sprefix=necessary+death,aps,173&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Necessary Death</a>. His work blends raw honesty with deep spiritual insight, offering readers and listeners a down-to-earth approach to healing and growth. Chris has contributed to&nbsp;Revolver Magazine,&nbsp;FANGORIA, and&nbsp;Huffington Post, and has spoken at major events like Wanderlust Festival, Yoga Journal Conference, Kripalu, Sun Valley Wellness Festival, the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors, and more.Chris’s passion for helping others extends beyond writing and speaking—he’s also a recovery coach with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.actioncreateschange.com/chrisgrossocoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Make It Mean Something Coaching</a>, a service offered through&nbsp;<a href="https://www.actioncreateschange.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Action Creates Change LLC</a>. He works with teens and adults navigating mental health struggles, addiction, and life transitions, offering personalized guidance that empowers clients to find meaning in their challenges and reclaim their lives.From leading groups in detox centers and rehabs to youth centers and yoga studios, Chris has spent years on the front lines of healing, helping individuals move beyond suffering and into transformation. His dedication to fostering connection and resilience earned him a place as a member of the <a href="https://www.evolutionaryleaders.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Evolutionary Leaders</a>.The&nbsp;Indie Spiritualist&nbsp;podcast brings raw truth and real talk, featuring interviews with musicians, artists, spiritual teachers, skateboarders, and actors. It’s an open invitation to explore life’s messiness and meaning—no pretense, no fluff, just real conversations with real people.Stay connected with Chris Grosso on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/xchrisgrossox" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/XchrisGrossoX/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a> for more updates, insights, and ragged truth-telling.

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Chris Grosso is a public speaker, writer, musician, recovery coach, and author of several books, including Indie Spiritualist, Everything Mind, Dead Set On Living, and Necessary Death. His work blends raw honesty with deep spiritual insight, offering readers and listeners a down-to-earth approach to healing and growth. Chris has contributed to Revolver Magazine, FANGORIA, and Huffington Post, and has spoken at major events like Wanderlust Festival, Yoga Journal Conference, Kripalu, Sun Valley Wellness Festival, the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors, and more. Chris’s passion for helping others extends beyond writing and speaking—he’s also a recovery coach with Make It Mean Something Coaching, a service offered through Action Creates Change LLC. He works with teens and adults navigating mental health struggles, addiction, and life transitions, offering personalized guidance that empowers clients to find meaning in their challenges and reclaim their lives. From leading groups in detox centers and rehabs to youth centers and yoga studios, Chris has spent years on the front lines of healing, helping individuals move beyond suffering and into transformation. His dedication to fostering connection and resilience earned him a place as a member of the Evolutionary Leaders. The Indie Spiritualist podcast brings raw truth and real talk, featuring interviews with musicians, artists, spiritual teachers, skateboarders, and actors. It’s an open invitation to explore life’s messiness and meaning—no pretense, no fluff, just real conversations with real people. Stay connected with Chris Grosso on Instagram and Facebook for more updates, insights, and ragged truth-telling.

Chris Grosso is a public speaker, writer, musician, recovery coach, and author of several books, including&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Indie-Spiritualist-Bullshit-Exploration-Spirituality/dp/1582704627/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1434675440&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=indie+spiritualist" rel="noopener noreferrer">Indie Spiritualist</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Mind-Spiritual-Awakening-Mind-Blowing/dp/1622035291/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1434675490&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=everything+mind" rel="noopener noreferrer">Everything Mind</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Dead-Set-Living-Difficult-Beautiful/dp/1501173979/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1505914014&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=dead+set+on+living" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dead Set On Living</a>, and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Necessary-Death-Horror-Navigating-Experience/dp/0757324886/ref=sr_1_1?crid=T82Y3WIFIN5R&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8zIhkHt71vqNCOyj_yH9HP9qbNtB6FKeCL6Oy564IA7Ui8JyLCo1KXFmRjASle-_Kke1Oq0eAp4Cp1NktO9xxfJQVi-QTUXfXjIi-tzkZeyzv1soZImQRxig8Gk0gmFAuRuq4OdwmktKG8V-TTR0_DLWCla-xNE-DrrXSaZ3fSxKYctal5sD3RCVv0f9a3jlBnAWPKVy7a8HRstqSz69j12hiQRzSmBCtCed5Q7IzlA.cYvcqvaHFSvt0Tv5XEx43pgwkLwlnwyVtRBvX8n6bfs&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Necessary+Death&amp;qid=1710375258&amp;sprefix=necessary+death,aps,173&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer">Necessary Death</a>. His work blends raw honesty with deep spiritual insight, offering readers and listeners a down-to-earth approach to healing and growth. Chris has contributed to&nbsp;Revolver Magazine,&nbsp;FANGORIA, and&nbsp;Huffington Post, and has spoken at major events like Wanderlust Festival, Yoga Journal Conference, Kripalu, Sun Valley Wellness Festival, the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors, and more.Chris’s passion for helping others extends beyond writing and speaking—he’s also a recovery coach with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.actioncreateschange.com/chrisgrossocoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer">Make It Mean Something Coaching</a>, a service offered through&nbsp;<a href="https://www.actioncreateschange.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Action Creates Change LLC</a>. He works with teens and adults navigating mental health struggles, addiction, and life transitions, offering personalized guidance that empowers clients to find meaning in their challenges and reclaim their lives.From leading groups in detox centers and rehabs to youth centers and yoga studios, Chris has spent years on the front lines of healing, helping individuals move beyond suffering and into transformation. His dedication to fostering connection and resilience earned him a place as a member of the <a href="https://www.evolutionaryleaders.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Evolutionary Leaders</a>.The&nbsp;Indie Spiritualist&nbsp;podcast brings raw truth and real talk, featuring interviews with musicians, artists, spiritual teachers, skateboarders, and actors. It’s an open invitation to explore life’s messiness and meaning—no pretense, no fluff, just real conversations with real people.Stay connected with Chris Grosso on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/xchrisgrossox" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/XchrisGrossoX/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> for more updates, insights, and ragged truth-telling.

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