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THE SOBER LUSH authors Amanda Eyre Ward and Jardine Libaire Jun 08, 2020

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The Sober Lush authors Amanda Eyre Ward and Jardine Libaire share their personal stories of recovery and explain how their friendship unfolded into a writing partnership. The Sober Lush is not your average recovery memoir, but a collection of essays and reflections on how life's beauty and decadence can be heightened by sobriety. For resources discussed in this episode, click here Visit host Jean McCarthy's blog UnPickled at www.unpickledblog.com and learn about her latest book releases at www.jeanmccarthy,ca/books

Margaret's Celebration Jun 01, 2020

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Margaret shares her story as part of her double celebration: 50 years old and 1000 days sober! As a kid who felt awkward but just wanted to fit in and be liked, Margaret lost herself into the expectations of others, choosing a career she wasn't passionate about and allowing her own wishes to fade into the background in an effort to stay agreeable. When she discovered wine, it seemed like a solution to her discomfort. As her pattern with alcohol became problematic, she had to overhaul her thinking completely. Links for resources mentioned in this episode are listed here: https://jeanmccarthy.ca/2020/06/01/s8e21-the-bubble-hour-margarets-celebration/ Host Jean McCarthy's blog UnPickled is at www.unpickledblog.com. Check out Jean's latest book releases at www.jeanmccarthy.ca/books

Lynn Matti of Sobersoul Recovery May 27, 2020

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Lynn Matti is a therapist who has been sober since 2010 when she checked herself into Hazelden Betty Ford to free herself from alcohol and benzodiazepines for good. She hosts a weekly podcast called The Sober Therapist and is the author of 5 Weeks to Self Confidence. Learn more about Lynn at www.sobersoulrecovery.net and follow her on Instagram at Sober Soul Recovery. Host Jean McCarthy's blog UnPickled is here and her latest books are at www.jeanmccarthy.ca/books

Kara's Story May 11, 2020

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Kara epitomized the image of a good girl. She was brought up in a deeply religious family, followed the rules, and helped to care for her younger siblings. She did not drink alcohol until her 21st birthday, and even then it was an innocent experience. After she was married and became a mother, she discovered that a bit of wine helped her get through hard days with little ones and things quickly unravelled. Resources discussed in this episode: Educated by Tara Westover We are the Luckiest by Laura McKowen But It's Your Family by Sherrie Campbell Jean's blog UnPickled is at www.unpickledblog.com. Learn about Jean's latest book releases here

Audrey's Story May 04, 2020

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Audrey reflects on the effects that her dysfunctional family of origin dynamics have had relative to her slide into a problematic relationship with alcohol and subsequent sobriety. Resources discussed in this episode include: Information on codependency and narcissism from Sherry Gaba "Embrace" body image documentary https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4862478/ Body Kindness Podcast "This Naked Mind" by Annie Grace Stages of Change explained on Jean's blog UnPickled "Drinking: A Love Story" by Caroline Knapp Host Jean McCarthy's blog UnPickled is here. Be sure to watch for her newest book releases at www.jeanmccarthy.ca/books

Jill's Story Apr 27, 2020

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Jill spent her life trying to control her sensitive emotions and reactions. The demands of being a military wife and mom added extra pressure, and she found that alcohol helped. After the 911 attacks, her relationship will alcohol escalated, as the aftermath of that day impacted her family. When Jill quit drinking, she learned about the concept of the 'highly sensitive person' and understood herself differently. Resources discussed in this episode include: Allen Carr's "Easy Way to Quit Drinking" Elaine Aron's book "The Highly Sensitive Person" "Drink" by Ann Dowsett Johnston and Soberistas.com Host Jean McCarthy's blog UnPickled is at www.unpickledblog.com and information about her latest book release be will be posted here when available: www.jeanmccarthy.ca/books

Leslie's Story Apr 21, 2020

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Leslie's growing reliance on alcohol was her main way to cope with the overwhelming emotions of having a son struggling with a drug addiction. His tragic death made it even harder to have clarity around her own relationship with alcohol, as she experienced grief along with guilt and shame. Now 18 months alcohol free, Leslie looks back on these difficult times and shares how sobriety has allowed her to find greater healing and a deeper connection to her son's memory. Resources discuss in this episode include The Unruffled Podcast and SheRecovers Meetups and Sharing Circles. Follow host Jean McCarty's blog UnPickled here and watch for news of her latest book releases here

Gigi Langer Apr 13, 2020

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GIgi Langer is a presenter, retreat leader, and author of the award-winning book, "50 Ways to Worry Less Now: Reject Negative Thinking to Find Peace, Clarity, and Connection." Gigi is also a woman in successful long-term recovery with over 34 years of sobriety. Learn more about Gigi at www.gigilanger.com. Gigi has generously offered a free audiobook for listeners of this show! Just visit her website and use the contact form to request, mentioning this Bubble Hour episode. Host Jean McCarthy's blog UnPickled is at www.unpickledblog.com and watch for her latest book releases at www.jeanmccarthy.ca/books

Adrienne Enns of "May You Know Joy" Mar 31, 2020

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When Adirenne went into rehab eight years ago, it was not exactly a joyful experience. But Adrienne came to learn that she had so much more power than she ever knew and that her recovery could be full of happiness and positive intentions in ways she'd never imagined. Learn more about Adrienne at www.mayyouknowjoy.com Host Jean McCarthy's blog UnPickled is at www.unpickledblog.com and you can keep an eye out for her latest books at www.jeanmccarthy.ca/books

Winged Victory Mar 24, 2020

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Today's guest uses the name "Winged Victory" to honour her anonymity. Under this name, she has created a wealth of recovery resources including a blog site called "Booze Musings" and an online community called BOOM ReThink the Drink. She reminds us of this message: "The spirit is not in the bottle. It's in YOU." Other sites discussed in this episode include: Hello Sunday Morning Article: Coming Out Sober Video about Winged Victory statue: https://youtu.be/TPM1LuW3Y5w Host Jean McCarthy's blog UnPickled is at www.unpickledblog.com. Visit www.jeanmccarthy.ca/books to learn about her latest book releases.

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