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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