#3 - How Radical Accountability Can Transform Your Life

26/07/2025 44 min

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Episode Synopsis

Sarah Shaffer doesn't hold back as she shares her journey from drinking 24/7 while managing a successful career and family, to becoming a no-BS life coach who helps women break free from emotional chaos. In this episode:- Radical Accountability vs Victimhood - Why taking ownership of your actions is the only path to true freedom- The Real Truth About Sobriety - Why it was never about the alcohol and what it actually takes to heal- Stopping the Blame Game - How to recognize when you're pointing fingers and take your power back- Understanding Triggers - Why other people aren't responsible for your emotional reactions- Brain Rewiring Strategies - How ketamine therapy and other methods can literally change your neural pathways- Survival vs Thriving - Recognizing when old coping mechanisms no longer serve youAbout Sarah:Sarah Shaffer, MSW, is a no-BS speaker and life strategy coach who helps overwhelmed women break free from emotional chaos and get unstuck with clarity, humor, and heart. As a social worker in the hospital setting and author of "The Dumpster Fire Diaries," Sarah brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. Four years sober, she's passionate about helping women take radical accountability for their lives and break free from victimhood mentality.Connect with Sarah:Website: TheDumpsterFireDiaries.comBook: "The Dumpster Fire Diaries" (Available on Amazon)Hosted by Austra Putnina, resilience coach and podcast strategist. This episode is part of the Wisdom in Action podcast, where we explore what it takes to bridge the gap between knowing and doing.

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