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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, host Mike Carlon sits down with Patti Clark, award-winning author of This Way Up and Recovery Road Trip. Patti shares her journey from addiction and recovery to embracing creativity and connection as vital tools for healing. Together, they explore how tapping into our creative selves and inner child can lead us to a life filled with joy, authenticity, and purpose. Tune in as Patti offers profound insights on building the life you truly want to live.
Key Takeaways:
The Power of Connection: Connection is a vital antidote to addiction and a source of creative inspiration.
Creativity as Healing: Practices like journaling, painting, or cooking can help us process emotions and connect with something larger than ourselves.
The Inner Child: Reconnecting with our inner child through play and creativity can bring joy and healing.
Facing Discomfort: Transformation begins by acknowledging dissatisfaction and stepping into the discomfort to explore what brings joy.
Meditation Myths: Meditation doesn’t have to follow rigid rules; find what works for you to quiet your mind and listen to your inner voice.
Writing for Writing’s Sake: Writing is a gift—whether or not it’s published. Follow the nudge and write for the joy of it.
Overcoming Addiction: Addiction often stems from trauma and discomfort. Healing begins by addressing the root causes and creating a fulfilling life.
Buy Recovery Road Trip
Amazon: https://amzn.to/4fFxf5H
Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9781647427740
Connect with Patti
Website: https://www.patticlark.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patticlarkauthor/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PattiClarkAuthor
Substack: https://patticlarkwriter.substack.com/
Connect with Mike
Website: https://uncorkingastory.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvS4fuG3L1JMZeOyHvfk_g
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncorkingastory/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uncorkingastory
Twitter: https://twitter.com/uncorkingastory
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncorkingastory
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/
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#CreativityForHealing #RecoveryJourney #InnerChildHealing #ConnectionMatters #WritingCommunity #TransformYourLife #MentalHealthAwareness
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By Michael Carlon
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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, host Mike Carlon sits down with Patti Clark, award-winning author of This Way Up and Recovery Road Trip. Patti shares her journey from addiction and recovery to embracing creativity and connection as vital tools for healing. Together, they explore how tapping into our creative selves and inner child can lead us to a life filled with joy, authenticity, and purpose. Tune in as Patti offers profound insights on building the life you truly want to live.
Key Takeaways:
The Power of Connection: Connection is a vital antidote to addiction and a source of creative inspiration.
Creativity as Healing: Practices like journaling, painting, or cooking can help us process emotions and connect with something larger than ourselves.
The Inner Child: Reconnecting with our inner child through play and creativity can bring joy and healing.
Facing Discomfort: Transformation begins by acknowledging dissatisfaction and stepping into the discomfort to explore what brings joy.
Meditation Myths: Meditation doesn’t have to follow rigid rules; find what works for you to quiet your mind and listen to your inner voice.
Writing for Writing’s Sake: Writing is a gift—whether or not it’s published. Follow the nudge and write for the joy of it.
Overcoming Addiction: Addiction often stems from trauma and discomfort. Healing begins by addressing the root causes and creating a fulfilling life.
Buy Recovery Road Trip
Amazon: https://amzn.to/4fFxf5H
Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9781647427740
Connect with Patti
Website: https://www.patticlark.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patticlarkauthor/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PattiClarkAuthor
Substack: https://patticlarkwriter.substack.com/
Connect with Mike
Website: https://uncorkingastory.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvS4fuG3L1JMZeOyHvfk_g
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncorkingastory/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uncorkingastory
Twitter: https://twitter.com/uncorkingastory
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncorkingastory
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/
If you like this episode, please share it with a friend. If you have not done so already, please rate and review Uncorking a Story on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
#CreativityForHealing #RecoveryJourney #InnerChildHealing #ConnectionMatters #WritingCommunity #TransformYourLife #MentalHealthAwareness
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