Addiction, Acceptance, Awakening with Rebecca Gillis

All Things Menopausal

Here we are at episode 25! In this episode I get deep into a very difficult and very emotional discussion surrounding addiction with Rebecca Gillis. Rebecca has walked that journey spending decades as a n addict stuck in trauma, false beliefs, and low self-esteem.

Remarkably she turned it around and today she helps others get through those layers of hell to reach higher levels of healing, purpose and love. As a trauma and addiction recovery guide, she shares her journey of overcoming addiction, trauma, and adversity and discusses the impact of adverse childhood experiences on menopause. Rebecca also highlights the significance of spiritual awakening and self-trust, and emphasizes the importance of community and support in the healing process.

To learn more and to discover your ACE score, visit Dr. Sara Gottfried's assessment at https://www.saragottfriedmd.com/discover-your-ace-score/

Warning to listeners, the content of this podcast may be sensitive or triggering for some listeners. We strive to handle delicate topics such as childhood trauma, alcoholism, and food addictions with empathy and respect. However, we understand that everyone's experiences and responses are unique.

If you are struggling with addiction or mental health issues beyond your control and are without a network of support readily available, please reach out and call for help. Here in Canada the recently launched toll free is 988, Suicide Crisis helpline which is available 24 hours a day.

Rebecca’s weekly podcast Hell. Happiness. Repeat. launches April 26th. Follow her on Facebook and IG @hellhappinessrepeat

Books mentioned include:
The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself, by Michael A. Singer

The Miracle Morning: The Not-So-Obvious Secret Guaranteed to Transform Your Life: Before 8AM by Hal Elrod
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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion with the Menopause Experts Group and a certified Menopause Doula. She supports high-achieving, busy women power through her transition - peri to post - with vitality and grace. She also brings menopause education and awareness to the workplace, helping orgranizations - big and small - create a more compassionate and accommodating environment for female employees.

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Chapitres

1. Introduction to the Episode and Guest (00:00:00)

2. Rebecca Gillis: Journey from Addiction to Recovery (00:02:54)

3. The Turning Point: Embracing Sobriety and Recovery (00:05:26)

4. The Role of Helping Others in Recovery (00:07:43)

5. Exploring Core Beliefs and Emotional Sobriety (00:09:48)

6. Connecting Menopause, Trauma, and Recovery (00:15:34)

7. Creative Recovery and Helping Others (00:18:47)

8. Embracing the Role of Mentorship and Self-Discovery (00:24:14)

9. Navigating Personal Growth and Professional Identity (00:25:20)

10. Harnessing Intuition and Wisdom Through Aging (00:26:11)

11. The Power of Community and Empathy in Menopause (00:27:37)

12. Exploring the Significance of Numerology and Collective Energy (00:31:31)

13. The Importance of Structure and Flow in Personal Development (00:40:41)

14. Closing Thoughts: The Journey of Self-Discovery and Community Support (00:42:34)