The One You Feed

Why Community and Courage Matter More Than Ever with Laura McKowen


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In this episode, Laura McKowen explores why community and courage matter more than ever in making change in your life. She dives into the “messy midle” – theu ncertain space between giving up what umbs us and becoming someone new. She shares the story of the Luckiest Club, a global sobriety community.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding that real transformation is messy
  • Learning how sobriety isn’t the finish line, but the starting point for deeper healing
  • Understanding why community is so important and powerful
  • Discover fawning as a trauma response and how it shows up in life
  • Learning to balance honesty with fear
  • How discernment and clarity often come in conversation with others

If you enjoyed this conversation with Laura McKowen, check out these other episodes:

How to Tap Into the Longings of the Heart with Sue Monk Kidd

A Journey to Self-Discovery and Sobriety with Matthew Quick

Special Episode: Finding Hope on the Path to Sobriety

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