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Recovery from Life


Navigating Family Dynamics in Recovery: What No One Says Out Loud
Recovery isn’t just about abstaining from substances, it’s about navigating the ache of being the outsider in spaces that once felt like home. This blog explores the emotional landscape of family gatherings where alcohol is normalised, the justifications that surface, and the silent grief of watching loved ones stay stuck in stories you’ve outgrown.

Elizabeth Walker
May 225 min read
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Signs Your Self-Discipline is Turning Into Self-Sabotage (And How to Stop It)
Self-discipline can be a beautiful handrail, or an invisible cage. In this piece, we explore how the habits that once supported us can sometimes turn into self-sabotage, and how to find your way back to a more empowering rhythm.

Elizabeth Walker
May 154 min read
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Breaking the Stigma of Addiction: Beyond the Stereotypes and Into Recovery
Addiction doesn’t always look like you think. In this powerful piece, we explore how breaking the silence around addiction and recovery can dismantle shame, challenge stereotypes, and spark healing. Because the face of recovery is changing, and it’s more courageous, resilient, and hopeful than the world often realises.

Elizabeth Walker
May 87 min read
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Diary of a Recovering Addict: Entry 2 - Rediscovering My Strength
A raw, emotional journey: follow a woman’s first steps in recovery as she rebuilds her life, discovers herself, and reclaims her purpose.

empowermentwarrior
Nov 7, 20241 min read
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From Struggle to Sparkle: Finding Fun in Recovery - Insights from Mary Karr
I adore this quote from Mary Karr's. It really hit home for me...

Elizabeth Walker
Apr 25, 20244 min read
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Unmasking The Real Me: My Journey From Anguish to Freedom
For a whopping three decades, I was stuck in the gnarly grip of addiction before finally admitting defeat and asking for help.

Elizabeth Walker
Sep 9, 20236 min read
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Diary of a Recovering Addict: Entry 1 - The Brink of Transformation
A raw, emotional journey: follow a woman’s first steps in recovery as she rebuilds her life, discovers herself, and reclaims her purpose.

empowermentwarrior
Sep 2, 20232 min read
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