SummaryIn this episode of Retrieving Sanity, host Keegan Read speaks with Jessi Hartnett about her journey through addiction and recovery. Jessi shares her experiences with smoking, drinking, and the challenges she faced along the way. They discuss the concept of initiation in substance use, the interplay of nature and nurture in addiction, and the pivotal moments that led to recovery. Jessi emphasizes the importance of self-talk and the power of affirmations in overcoming negative beliefs and fostering self-love. In...
Summary
In this episode of Retrieving Sanity, host Keegan Read speaks with Jessi Hartnett about her journey through addiction and recovery. Jessi shares her experiences with smoking, drinking, and the challenges she faced along the way. They discuss the concept of initiation in substance use, the interplay of nature and nurture in addiction, and the pivotal moments that led to recovery. Jessi emphasizes the importance of self-talk and the power of affirmations in overcoming negative beliefs and fostering self-love. In this conversation, Jessi Hartnett and Keegan Read explore the complexities of self-talk, emotional regulation, and the journey of addiction recovery. They discuss the importance of affirmations, the role of meditation in managing emotions, and the significance of accepting one's feelings. The dialogue also delves into the challenges of triggers and cravings, emphasizing the need for self-compassion and understanding in the healing process. Ultimately, they highlight the value of personal growth through adversity and the importance of nurturing oneself. In this conversation, Jessi Hartnett and Keegan Read explore themes of acceptance, gratitude, transformation, and the journey of self-discovery. They discuss the importance of moving forward from past traumas, the power of gratitude in recovery, and the necessity of embracing struggles as part of personal growth. Jessi shares insights from her book 'Honor Your Heart', emphasizing the significance of connecting with one's heart and intuition in the healing process. The conversation concludes with a reminder of the importance of community and support in navigating life's challenges.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Recovery Journeys
02:56 The Struggles of Addiction
05:58 The Role of Initiation in Substance Use
09:08 Nature vs. Nurture in Addiction
11:59 The Pivot Points in Recovery
14:58 Self-Talk and Its Impact on Recovery
18:03 The Power of Affirmations
22:02 Mothering Yourself: A New Approach to Self-Care
27:57 Accepting Emotions: The Key to Healing
31:00 Triggers and Cravings: Managing Addiction
35:05 Deep Roots of Addiction: Understanding Personal Struggles
37:43 Acceptance and Moving Forward
39:03 The Power of Gratitude
40:45 Transformation Through Struggle
42:41 The Journey of Self-Discovery
44:38 Releasing the Need for External Validation
46:38 Healing from Trauma and Addiction
51:18 Connecting with the Heart
54:19 The Importance of Intuition
55:31 Introducing 'Honor Your Heart'
Check out her website here:
Honoryourheart.net
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