One Hit Away: A Memoir of Recovery by Jordan Barnes - The Boozeless Book Club

In this episode, host Amy Liz Harrison is joined by Carolyn Bunn and Alysse Bryson, founder of The Sober Curator, to discuss Jordan P. Barnes' book "One Hit Away: A Memoir of Recovery." Amy begins by sharing how she met Jordan at the 20 Books Vegas conference, and the guests dive into their own experiences in the settings depicted in the book. They praise the descriptive nature of the book, which takes readers through the steps Jordan had to take to recount parts of his life without much memory of them. The conversation takes a deeper dive into the wide spectrum of experiences that the author describes in his memoir, from homelessness to rebuilding relationships and maintaining them while still in his disease, treatment, and with his supportive family.  The discussion also touches on the challenges of getting back to the normal needs of your body and the regular cadence of life after experiencing addiction. Overall, "One Hit Away: A Memoir of Recovery" is a powerful and impactful book that provides readers with a glimpse into the journey of addiction and recovery. Amy, Carolyn, and Alysse's discussion sheds light on the importance of understanding and supporting those in recovery, and the role of community and self-care in achieving sobriety. Tune in to Eternally Amy to hear this insightful conversation and to explore the many paths to self-discovery and growth. Hosted by Amy Liz Harrison Buy Amy’s Books: https://amzn.to/3ys8nuv  Shop the Eternally Awkward 80’s Store: https://bit.ly/3EGMM46  http://amylizharrison.com/  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Lgxy8F  Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vHHHoi