Thanks for holding the lantern for us 60 somethings negotiating early sobriety and aging at the same time. Good era to have your wits about you. This interview was helpful and hopeful.
Oh, this is lovely. I remember reading RUSH for a film company I worked for, and the big buzz it caused. I was also in recovery, and crossed my fingers that Kim would survive and thrive...so glad she has. xo a sister speck of carbon.
Kim and Sari thanks for this, I always love hearing from another sober voice. I appreciate your point about standing straighter! It's not something I noticed for myself but I have certainly seen it in my patients when they take the empowering step of getting sober. I haven't heard it articulated before that a side effect of sobriety is good posture so that's awesome!
I have been loving this series! As someone in their 30s approaching year 2 of recovery, it’s truly exciting to hear from sober voices in different life stages. Thank you for the thoughtful and grounded discussion!
Excellent interview. There’s something so profound in finding sobriety at an older age…there’s a wisdom, a deep appreciation, a simplicity. I’m 57 and found continuous sobriety about three and a half years ago. I don’t work a 12 step program, although I appreciate its service in the world. I’m a devoted She Recovers member, and have pieced together my own patchwork which keeps me sober. Like Kim, I find that having my wits about me on any given day is one of the most satisfying things about recovery. I appreciate all the food for thought!!!
Another great interview! "My monster is actually twins, Amy G. and Dal A., which spelled out as a single word is amygdala, and that is how I think of the monster in my brain." I've been in workshops, coaching sessions etc. where I've been asked to name my inner critic with the suggestion to name her/him after the shaming teacher, unsupportive parent or mean girl from childhood. And I've always found that feels really silly to me. It just doesn't work. But Amy G. and Dal A. -- thank you Kim -- it's witty and intelligent and will stay with me.
My Mom has 41 years of sobriety. She still works her program and has continually worked with others in healing ministry. I have watched her journey and couldn't be more in awe of her. There was only 1 time I worried about her and that was when my Dad was ill with Frontotemporal Dementia. But she held on to her higher power family and friends. I am beyond blessed to be her daughter and be a witness to what she does.
Thanks for holding the lantern for us 60 somethings negotiating early sobriety and aging at the same time. Good era to have your wits about you. This interview was helpful and hopeful.
Oh, this is lovely. I remember reading RUSH for a film company I worked for, and the big buzz it caused. I was also in recovery, and crossed my fingers that Kim would survive and thrive...so glad she has. xo a sister speck of carbon.
Kim and Sari thanks for this, I always love hearing from another sober voice. I appreciate your point about standing straighter! It's not something I noticed for myself but I have certainly seen it in my patients when they take the empowering step of getting sober. I haven't heard it articulated before that a side effect of sobriety is good posture so that's awesome!
I absolutely loved this - so relatable and comforting.
Thank you for sharing your insights and experiences!
This is beautiful. Thank you Kim for sharing your story.
I have been loving this series! As someone in their 30s approaching year 2 of recovery, it’s truly exciting to hear from sober voices in different life stages. Thank you for the thoughtful and grounded discussion!
I have to say Mary Karr’s Lit is mine too.
Congrats to Ms. Wozencraft. As Cormac McCarthy said, drinking is the writer's only occupational hazard : )
Sari Botton, ya done created a beautiful space here, so inspiring...And, thank you, Kim!
I applaud you for sharing your journey with us so beautifully.
Excellent interview. There’s something so profound in finding sobriety at an older age…there’s a wisdom, a deep appreciation, a simplicity. I’m 57 and found continuous sobriety about three and a half years ago. I don’t work a 12 step program, although I appreciate its service in the world. I’m a devoted She Recovers member, and have pieced together my own patchwork which keeps me sober. Like Kim, I find that having my wits about me on any given day is one of the most satisfying things about recovery. I appreciate all the food for thought!!!
Another great interview! "My monster is actually twins, Amy G. and Dal A., which spelled out as a single word is amygdala, and that is how I think of the monster in my brain." I've been in workshops, coaching sessions etc. where I've been asked to name my inner critic with the suggestion to name her/him after the shaming teacher, unsupportive parent or mean girl from childhood. And I've always found that feels really silly to me. It just doesn't work. But Amy G. and Dal A. -- thank you Kim -- it's witty and intelligent and will stay with me.
"Emerging from therapy and finding that my car had a flat tire and it was only an inconvenience, not the end of the world."
AA joke: If my car ever broke down, I'd have to call the suicide hotline instead of AAA.
My Mom has 41 years of sobriety. She still works her program and has continually worked with others in healing ministry. I have watched her journey and couldn't be more in awe of her. There was only 1 time I worried about her and that was when my Dad was ill with Frontotemporal Dementia. But she held on to her higher power family and friends. I am beyond blessed to be her daughter and be a witness to what she does.