Setting Powerful Boundaries in Recovery- Sky’s Story
Setting Powerful Boundaries in Recovery- Sky’s Story
Join us for an inspiring episode as we delve into Sky’s courageous journey in recovery and how she set powerful boundaries to protect her recovery journey! From her initial struggles with addiction to the moment she bravely admitted she needed help, Sky's story is one of resilience and hope. She candidly shares the dark times that led her to contemplate ending it all and the misunderstandings she faced from coworkers and family. With insights into the power of boundaries, the importance of therapy, and the freedom from living authentically, Sky offers a compassionate perspective for those still battling their demons. Tune in as she reflects on the life she's built and the invaluable lessons learned along the way, delivering a powerful message to anyone still suffering. Don’t miss her final thoughts that resonate with strength and encouragement!
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Setting Powerful Boundaries in Recovery- Sky’s Story
(1:32) Overcoming fear of entering recovery
(2:22) What it was like before I entered recovery
(4:34) I finally admitted I needed help
(5:01) The main drug that brought me down…
(5:53) What led me to want to end things (Suicide hotline in show notes)
(8:25) I felt like co-workers/family didn’t understand my addiction
(9:30) When other people saw me in addiction and how I felt
(10:00) When people questioned my career path
(10:57) I found that a bottom is when you stop digging
(12:16) My biggest challenges in recovery and how recovery has helped
(13:47) The challenging scenario from a family member
(14:30) How boundaries helped with this challenge in my recovery journey
(15:45) If I’m not okay it’s okay to say it
(18:00) Dealing with my do-dependence and boundaries
(24:53) I want to stay clean so I have to look at everything
(26:09) Therapy and community has helped my recovery
(27:24) What I do today and the process of entering that field
(27:48) The process of getting licensed and being honest about my addiction
(30:08) Knowing what it’s like to have nothing and not being employable
(31:07) I’m able to go through things without fear (and freedom from secrets)
(33:45) Being trustworthy today
(35:35) When I’m not okay, I can’t hide it (and how I deal with it)
(37:00) I don’t have to be perfect
(37:18) What are you most grateful for in recovery (and the life Sky has created)
(44:58) What would you say to the addict who is still suffering?
(49:47) Sky’s final thoughts
Setting Powerful Boundaries in Recovery- Sky’s Story
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Recovery Podcast, Recovery Journey, Addiction Recovery, Mental Health Stories, Setting Boundaries in Recovery, Inspirational Recovery Stories, Overcoming Addiction, Resilience and Hope, Coping with Addiction, 10. Authentic Living, Personal Growth and Recovery, Life After Addiction
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