In this honest, sharp, and emotionally rich episode of We Recover Loudly, host Shell is joined by Lauren McQuistin - author, vocal coach, retired opera singer and the voice behind the brilliant and brutally relatable @brutalrecovery.They explore what recovery really looks like when you don’t hit rock bottom and how trauma, voice, and identity are woven into the healing process.In this episode, they talk about:Getting sober at 25 without the “rock bottom” narrativeGrieving the identities we build through alcohol, achievement, and performanceHow trauma lives in the body and the voiceThe power of voice work and somatic practices in recoveryWhat it means to be “too much” in a world that wants you quietLauren also gives a first glimpse into her upcoming book No Lost Causes Club, which redefines what recovery can look like, especially for those who’ve never seen themselves represented in it.This conversation is full of wit, warmth, and the kind of honesty that lingers. If you've ever felt like you're not “bad enough” to ask for help, or too loud to be loved then this one is for you.CONNECT WITH LAUREN : @brutalrecoveryhttps://www.laurenmcquistin.com/https://www.patreon.com/c/brutalrecoveryhttps://nolostcausesclub.substack.com/ For more information on We Recover Loudly and to reach out for speaking engagements or support email hello@werecoverloudly.com @werecoverloudly www.werecoverloudly.com