Alcohol addiction is often surrounded by feelings of shame, guilt, and regret. The result is painfully low self esteem that doesn't just go away once you've gotten sober. Building self esteem in recovery takes intention and effort. In this week's podcast episode, we're joined by Cassie and Brenton, who share how they've taken action to build their self esteem in recovery, and the ways their action has impacted their lives.

In this episode:

• The best self help books to build self esteem in recovery
• Ditching others' opinions to make room for our own
• All the things you are doing to create a false sense of self esteem
• What a failure really is, and why you're not one
• Knowing your value and potential, and embracing it
• Finding the courage to raise your standards

Need more insight on Self Esteem in Recovery? Check out these other episodes:

https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/podcast/self-esteem-and-sobriety/

https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/podcast/self-worth/

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A former Pastor with over a decade in ministry, Brenton has been on a recovery journey since July 2022. He founded the Instagram account @OfficeRecovery to blend humor and healing, helping others smile, learn to laugh again, and take the next right step forward. With an MBA in leadership underway, he's passionate about creating supportive spaces in faith and recovery communities. Available for speaking and writing engagements, he focuses on faith, sobriety, and inclusive, compassionate leadership.

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Cassie Bollinger is a full-time student, entrepreneur, and podcast host dedicated to inspiring and supporting others. As a growing Scentsy business owner and host of Who Nose Best, a podcast for Scentsy Consultants, Cassie shares valuable insights into direct sales and personal growth. With her journey of recovery, she brings a unique perspective on building self-esteem and self-worth, and she’s passionate about helping others discover their potential as they overcome challenges and embrace transformation.

https://beacons.ai/casandrabollinger

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