This week Jason brings us the straight up compelling story of Kristin Massman. Kristin’s recovery story will grab you by throat and not let go until right up to the end. Kristin, an unabashed bi-sexual woman, now over 3 years sober, shares her at times heart wrenching and other times super relatable history in a truly authentic and vulnerable way. You will be captivated by the way her journey has led her from the proverbial gutter to self-discovery, self-acceptance, and her powerful ability to advocate for the development of a more inclusive culture in recovery and the community at large. One where everyone is welcomed, loved and accepted as they are. For all of us who know what it’s like to feel shame around who we truly are, and for all of us who have genuinely known the fear living our authentic selves, who know what it feels like to feel like an imposter in your own life, indeed for all of us who know all too well what it’s like to wrestle with addiction and alcoholism, this story is for you so Listen Up.

These are the nonprofits that Kristin works with:

http://www.bisexualorganizingproject.org/

http://www.outandsoberminnesota.org/

Recommendations:

· To work ANY 12 Step program

· Therapy (EMDR, Behavioral)

· Parenting classes

· Writing

· Speaking (tell your story)

· Fun sober activities

· Exercise

· Assume best intent!! (when communicating with others)