Emily Lynn Paulson was just like Asher\u2014a parent to five kids who had a seemingly perfect life on the outside. She had a thriving business and an Instagram feed anyone would be jealous of. But everything was edited, filtered and Photoshopped (at least in the spiritual sense).
\nIn real life, Emily was an alcoholic who was hiding deep secrets. In this episode, she gets deep about making mistakes and learning to forgive herself, the importance of self-care, sleep, meditation, Catholicism, exercise, making certain things in her life non-negotiable and how she finally got sober.
\nBut perhaps the best lesson here is that she finally learned to stop caring what other people think, which is something most of us struggle with.
\nEmily also talks about writing her book Highlight Real.
\nEmily\u2019s sobriety date is January 2nd, 2017! If you\u2019re struggling this time of year, Emily\u2019s story will prove that you don\u2019t need a glass of champagne to celebrate a new beginning.
\nThis episode is a must-listen listen for everyone. Even if you don\u2019t struggle with addiction, alcoholism or being a parent, it\u2019s very easy to relate to Emily\u2019s story.
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\nConnect with Emily Lynn Paulson
\nhttps://www.emilylynnpaulson.com/
\nhttps://www.instagram.com/highlightrealrecovery/
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\nBuy her book Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life
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