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May 9
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Why Community and Courage Matter More Th...

Eric Zimmer
About this episode

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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