In this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Amanda shares her remarkable journey from addiction and recovery to becoming a blogger, author, and podcaster. Amanda recounts her battle with addiction, getting sober in 2006 through what she describes as divine intervention, and the profound impact this has had on her life. She discusses her experiences with emotional bottoms, the principles of the 12-step recovery program, and how meditation and a spiritual awakening helped her find self-worth and purpose. Amanda's story is a testament to resilience, purpose, and the power of turning pain into a source of meaningful connection and service to others.

Amanda is a native New Yorker who ended up in Colorado. She blends street smarts with tree hugging for a sensible and spiritual approach to love and loss. Award-winning author, motivational speaker, and podcaster, Amanda recently released her debut inspirational memoir, Trust Yourself to Be All In: Safe to Love and Let Go and she is the co-host of the Sol Rising Podcast.

Co-founder of the nonprofit organization, Castle Rock Clubhouse, a recovery clubhouse that serves as meeting space for various twelve-step programs, Amanda is passionate about sobriety, meditation, and spirituality. A lover of horses, drumming, running, vegan eating, and dancing, she also enjoys singing with abandon to loud rock music!

02:35 Introduction and Guest Welcome

02:34 Amanda's Journey to Sobriety

05:40 The Power of 12-Step Programs

08:19 The Stigma and Beauty of Recovery

02:47 The Epidemic of Low Self-Worth

12:50 The Role of Society and Media

16:17 Healing Through Therapy and Meditation

27:11 Navigating Grief and Marriage Challenges

33:14 The Good Griever Concept

34:05 Trusting the Process of Life

36:13 Coping with Loss and Emotional Security

38:21 Emotional Abandonment and Childhood Trauma

41:13 Self-Compassion and Personal Development

44:51 The Importance of Connection

46:38 The Journey to Self-Love

59:33 Turning Pain into Purpose

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