Living My Purpose: Becoming a Recovery Coach
Once upon a time I was a chronic binge drinker. So let’s call it what it is – an alcoholic. It’s a cringey type of word that elicits...
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Leigh-Anne Brierley
- Aug 12
- 6 min
Rebuilding Self-Worth and Worthiness in Recovery
Building your self-worth in recovery is an important part of your healing process. If you're in the early stages of recovery...
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Leigh-Anne Brierley
- Jul 23
- 7 min
Abstinence, moderation and harm reduction in the management of my substance use disorder?
Abstinence, moderation management or harm reduction as a recovery choice. Dr Gabor Maté, a leading expert on addiction and trauma, uses...
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Leigh-Anne Brierley
- Jun 10
- 6 min
The Journey Through Inner Healing: A Path to Self-Discovery and Wellness
The year didn't start well , and there are definitely some ongoing challenges, but I have taken the opportunity to do some powerful...
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Leigh-Anne Brierley
- Mar 28
- 9 min
Will I be boring now that I've stopped using drugs and alcohol?
Will I be boring now that I've stopped using? So you’ve decided to try recovery and stopped using drugs and/or alcohol!?
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Leigh-Anne Brierley
- Mar 6
- 7 min
What I continue to learn in my recovery and healing process: It's okay to not be okay!
What I've learned in my recovery and healing process: It's okay to not be okay! I celebrated 16 years of sobriety on 1st January 2024,...
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Leigh-Anne Brierley
- Feb 23
- 12 min
Finding Love on the Road to Recovery: A Guide to Healthy Dating in (Addiction) Recovery
Finding Love on the Road to Recovery: A Guide to Healthy Dating in Addiction Recovery. Navigating the world of dating can be exhilarating...
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Leigh-Anne Brierley
- Feb 15
- 10 min
Mastering the Art of Stress Management: Healthy Coping Strategies for Overcoming Anxiety in Your Recovery
Mastering the Art of Stress Management: Healthy Coping Strategies for Overcoming Anxiety in Your Recovery Recovery is a process filled...
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Leigh-Anne Brierley
- Jan 7
- 12 min
Rising Above the Stigma: A Guide to Overcoming Shame and Embracing Addiction Recovery
Rising Above the Stigma: A Guide to Overcoming Shame and Embracing Addiction Recovery What is addiction? And how come I ended up with...
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Leigh-Anne Brierley
- Dec 30, 2023
- 13 min
Embrace the New Year: Setting Intentions to Support Your Recovery
As the old year wraps itself up and a new one dawns, it's a natural time for introspection, personal growth, and setting intentions...
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