Freedom of Choice- “I Get To Choose Today”- Angelic’s Recovery Story

The Saying That Helped Me Rise from Rock Bottom with Emily

The Saying That Helped Me Rise from Rock BottomWelcome to our new series, Women From Rock Bottom Rise—a space where we share the wisdom, truth, and strength it takes to rise from the moments that nearly broke us.In this heartfelt episode, Ardy sits down with Emily to unpack one of the most powerful—and misunderstood—sayings that helped her begin again: ✨ "Acceptance is the answer to all my problems today."What starts as a phrase on a wall becomes a lifeline when you're learning to surrender, soften control, and find your power again.🎙 Inside this conversation: • The truth about acceptance (it's not agreement) • Why control was keeping her stuck • Learning to listen to your body’s signals • Speaking to your inner child with love, not shame • Letting faith carry you even when logic won't🪨 Whether you're rebuilding after heartbreak, burnout, or betrayal—this episode is a mirror and a gentle friend reminding you: You don’t have to fight your way to strength. You can rise from softness too.👇 What saying helped you rise from your lowest point? Share in the comments—we want to hear your voice.#Acceptance #LetGoAndLetGod #WomenSupportingWomen #HealingInProgress #rockbottom 📚 Support Resources (Non-Affiliated) If you're looking for support, here are some free, external tools others have found helpful that can be searched for free help. Women From Rock Bottom Rise and the sisterhood is not affiliated with any of these organizations.Search Terms and Hotlines:12-Step Programs: AA, Al-Anon, CoDA, ACASMART Suicide Prevention: 988 Lifeline – Call/Text 988 | 988lifeline.orgDomestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE | thehotline.orgSexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE | rainn.org🔒 These are shared for informational purposes only.

🎙️ This is For Every Woman Who Was Told to Whisper with Esperansa Guerra Wells

New Podcast Episode 🎙️ This is For Every Woman Who Was Told to Whisper with Esperansa Guerra Wells Friday, June 13th 44 min 58 sec  What happens when a therapist refuses to water herself down—and invites others to do the same? 🌊✨ In this powerful conversation, Ardy sits down with Esperansa, a fierce and compassionate clinician 🧠💖 whose work spans jails 🏛️, psychiatric units 🏥, and the hearts of women healing from trauma 💔➡️💗. Together, they explore what it means to be called "too much"—and how that label often hides our greatest gifts 🎁.  Esperansa shares raw truths 🔥 about working in a system designed for men, the emotional toll of invisibility 😶, and the importance of helping women feel truly seen 👁️—sometimes for the first time in their lives. From CPR dummies without breasts 🫃 to the quieting of women's voices across generations 🤐➡️🔊, this conversation names the weight 🪨 and offers the medicine 🧪. In one of the most emotional moments of the podcast, Esperansa honors her beloved niece, Amber 🕊️, whose life was lost to a one-time fentanyl overdose 💔 after 100 days of sobriety. Her story is a reminder of why we keep showing up—for ourselves, for our loved ones, for the possibility of healing 🌱. Whether you've been told you're too loud, too soft, too emotional, or too broken 💔—this episode is a love letter to your wholeness 💌💪🏽‍♀️. Topics Include: * Reclaiming labels like “too loud” as power * Creating emotionally safe spaces in therapy * Trauma healing and the mind-body connection * Working with women behind bars * Grieving and honoring lives lost to overdose * Why it’s not your job to convince anyone of your truth You’re not too much—you just need a bigger room. #WomenInRecovery #HealingFromTrauma #RecoveryPodcast 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and comment below — your thoughts and stories are always welcome here in the Sisterhood. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel Too! [http://www.youtube.com/@RecoverySisterhoodPodcast?sub_confirmation=1]   http://www.youtube.com/@RecoverySisterhoodPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 Trigger warnings: Some of the content of these episodes mentions drinking, past drug use, suicide as well as other personal traumas. Please seek help if needed. The national suicide prevention line is 988 in the United States. Links are provided below for international free help and other resources. Disclaimer [http://www.ardyreed.com/disclaimer] If you are struggling with alcohol or any addiction, here are links to free programs and free help that are available: AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) [https://www.aa.org/find-aa] NA (Narcotics Anonymous) [https://usa-na.org/find-na] ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families) [https://adultchildren.org/meeting-search/] SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training) [https://smartrecovery.org] Other outside free resources outside of recovery: Suicide Prevention in US: Call, or text, 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Suicide Prevention Internationally: International Association for Suicide Prevention [https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts/] Domestic Violence Help: International Domestic Violence Resources [https://safeandtogetherinstitute.com/international-domestic-violence-resources/International] Sexual Assault Resources [https://rainn.org/international-sexual-assault-resources] 🎙️ This is For Every Woman Who Was Told to Whisper with Esperansa Guerra Wells Please share the love and share this episode! Questions, comments, suggestions? Drop them in the comment box below!  ⁠Join us on Facebook!⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565761686338] ⁠Join us on Instagram!⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/recoverysisterhoodpodcast]  ⁠Subscribe on YouTube⁠ [http://www.youtube.com/@RecoverySisterhoodPodcast?sub_confirmation=1] Empowerment in Recovery, Recovery Sisterhood Podcast, AA Stories, Recovery Stories, Women In Recovery

Freedom of Choice- “I Get To Choose Today”- Angelic’s Recovery Story

New Podcast Episode Freedom of Choice- “I Get To Choose Today”- Angelic’s Recovery Story Friday, January 17th 48 min 12 sec  In this heartfelt interview, Angelic opens up about her journey to sobriety, sharing the struggles and triumphs that led her to embrace recovery. At 33, she boldly decided to break free from a partying lifestyle but found herself challenged by the pressures around her. After a pivotal moment when she faced the temptation of going back out, Angelic realized she needed to do this for herself, not for someone else. Her story highlights the importance of community, courage, and the determination to stay connected on the path to healing. Join us as we explore her inspiring transformation and the strength found within the Sisterhood of Recovery. #RecoverySisterhoodPodcast #Womens12stepstories #RecoverySisterhood #FreedomToChoose #InspiringSobriety SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel Too! [http://www.youtube.com/@RecoverySisterhoodPodcast?sub_confirmation=1]   http://www.youtube.com/@RecoverySisterhoodPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 This is for entertainment purposes only and features interviews of women in 12-step recovery programs. If you are struggling with alcohol or any addiction, here are links to national 12-step programs. Find AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Near You: https://www.aa.org/find-aa [https://www.aa.org/find-aa] Find NA (Narcotics Anonymous) Near You: https://usa-na.org/find-na [https://usa-na.org/find-na/] Freedom of Choice- “I Get To Choose Today”- Angelic’s Recovery Story Please share with other recovery sisters! Questions, comments, suggestions? Drop them in the comment box below!  Come say hi and join us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565761686338]! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565761686338 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565761686338] Come say hi and join us on our brand new Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/recoverysisterhoodpodcast]! https://www.instagram.com/recoverysisterhoodpodcast Follow on YouTube [http://www.youtube.com/@RecoverySisterhoodPodcast?sub_confirmation=1]! #RecoverySisterhoodPodcast #Womens12stepstories #RecoverySisterhood #FreedomToChoose #InspiringSobriety YouTube Link to This Episode  [https://youtu.be/-vn4ys1NNC8] Empowerment in Recovery, Recovery Sisterhood Podcast, AA Stories, Recovery Stories, 12-Step Interviews

"I didn't know I needed a 12-Step Program" -Doreen's Story

“I didn’t know I needed a 12-step Program” -Doreen’s Story Friday, January 10th 39 min 40 sec Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Doreen, a remarkable woman who has triumphed over her past of alcoholism in a family deeply affected by addiction. After a pivotal moment with a therapist, Doreen faced her struggles and committed to change. Today, she celebrates over 21 years of sobriety and actively contributes to her community. Don’t miss her powerful story of resilience and staying clean and sober—tune in to hear her journey and discover the strength in vulnerability! SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel Too! [http://www.youtube.com/@RecoverySisterhoodPodcast?sub_confirmation=1]   This is for entertainment purposes only and features interviews of women in 12-step recovery programs. If you are struggling with alcohol or any addiction, here are links to national 12-step programs. Find AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Near You: https://www.aa.org/find-aa [https://www.aa.org/find-aa] Find NA (Narcotics Anonymous) Near You: https://usa-na.org/find-na [https://usa-na.org/find-na/] “I didn’t know I needed a 12-step Program” -Doreen’s Story Please share with other recovery sisters! Questions, comments, suggestions? Drop them in the comment box below!    [https://youtu.be/W1hyM_NCsVQ] Come say hi and join us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565761686338]! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565761686338 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565761686338] Come say hi and join us on our brand new Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/recoverysisterhoodpodcast]! https://www.instagram.com/recoverysisterhoodpodcast Follow on YouTube [http://www.youtube.com/@RecoverySisterhoodPodcast?sub_confirmation=1]! #NarcoticsAnonymousStories #AlcoholicsAnonymousStories #12stepstories  #RecoverySisterhood #newpodcastrelease #newpodcast #RecoverySisterhoodPodcast YouTube Link to This Episode  [https://youtu.be/-H2dfkEu8XM] Recovery Podcast, Recovery Sisterhood Podcast, 12 Step Stories, 12 Step Interviews Episode Description (Now Available on Recovery Sisterhood YouTube Channel!) [https://youtu.be/-H2dfkEu8XM]