In this episode, Amy Liz-Harrison welcomes back Lane Kennedy and Tamar Medford, co-hosts of the podcast "You’re Sober, Now What?" and co-authors of "Sobriety for Dummies." The episode dives into their journey of creating a supportive community for those in sobriety, exploring creative endeavors, and finding joy and purpose in a life free from addiction.

Key Points:

• Sobriety Stories:Lane and Tamar share their personal experiences with alcoholism and the journey to sobriety. Tamar discusses her background in a corporate environment where drinking was prevalent, while Lane reflects on 20 years of comfortable self-exposure and mindfulness exploration.

• Book Motivation:Tamar and Lane discuss their motivation for writing "Sobriety for Dummies," including the importance of sharing stories to help save lives and reduce stigma. Initially skeptical, they decided to collaborate with the "Dummies" brand after seeing the value in its recognizability.

• Creation Process:The book was developed in about nine months with structured guidance from Wiley Publishing, emphasizing simplicity and practicality. They highlight the importance of creating accessible, actionable content.

• Community Building:Both guests discuss their aspirations for creating supportive communities for sober individuals. Tamar focuses on helping others start podcasts and pursue their creative interests, while Lane emphasizes community and self-discovery through mindfulness, meditation, and holistic health.

• Complementary Partnership:Tamar and Lane explore their complementary working relationship, with Tamar generating ideas and Lane being more forward-facing, combining their strengths to impact lives positively.

• Future Projects:The duo discusses their upcoming workbook, practitioner guide, and workshop launching in January, aimed at navigating different stages in sobriety and fostering growth and comfort in recovery.

• Living Fulfilled Lives:The episode underscores the importance of understanding and customizing one's recovery experience, embracing a liberated life free from addiction, and exploring meaningful work and relationships.

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In this episode, Amy dives into the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, appreciation for feedback, and the interplay between ADHD and women. "Thanksgiving Gate" and the concept of "ADH Divas," advocating for better understanding and support for women with ADHD.

Key Points:

• Thanksgiving Preparations: Amy discusses the upcoming holiday and her gratitude for positive feedback on her ADHD series.

• Thanksgiving Gate Concept: Amy explains her initiative to reassign family tasks during holidays, transforming them into a more team-oriented effort.

• ADH Divas: A term coined by Amy to explore the relationship between ADHD and women, emphasizing it as a potential superpower.

• Personal Journey: Amy shares her experiences with ADHD, highlighting societal judgments and the unique challenges faced by women.

• Societal Pressures: Examining the burden of household responsibilities often placed on women, using Amy’s family dynamics as an example.

• Family Dynamics: Amy recounts specific holiday challenges, such as "Christmas Eve meltdown," and the realization of needing shared responsibilities.

• Gender Roles: Critiquing traditional roles, Amy emphasizes understanding and managing ADHD within relationships to prevent strain.

• Relationship Improvement: Learning about and supporting partners with ADHD can strengthen relationships, with Amy mentioning rejection sensitivity dysphoria as a significant symptom.

• Call for Empathy: Amy concludes with a call to empathetically address neurodiversity issues and shift societal norms, reminding listeners to be kind.

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Join Amy as she delves into the PURGE Journaling Series, outlining powerful techniques for personal growth and recovery. In this episode, she explores the transformative potential of "Purge," which stands for Powerlessness, Understanding, Reframing and Resetting, Gratitude, and Extras.

In this final series episode, gain insights into friendly advice, idea inversion, Popcorn Pomodoro sessions, and the unique dynamics of Bedtime Brain vs. Morning Brain

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