Sobriety is the ultimate superpower for overcoming life’s challenges

The Podcast by KevinMD

We dive into the transformative power of recovery with Courtney Barrows McKeown, a surgeon who shares her journey of sobriety and resilience. From navigating career setbacks to fostering personal growth, Courtney discusses how tools like pausing, gratitude, and radical acceptance have empowered her to thrive in the face of challenges. Her story highlights the strength found in community, the importance of self-compassion, and how recovery became her superpower.

Courtney Barrows McKeown is a surgeon.

She discusses the KevinMD article, "The gifts of sobriety: Navigating career disappointments with grace and resilience."

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