In this episode of Bold Journeys, I sit down with Lisa Robinson, Golden Retriever Wrangler, Weightlifting Enthusiast, and Mountain Climber. Lisa opens up about the long road from people‑pleasing and hidden shame to sobriety, adventure, and a faith rooted in love.
Lisa’s story is a testament to what can happen when you stop hiding, start telling the truth, and let community and challenges reshape you. Her journey reveals that transformation happens one honest step at a time, and it can happen for you too.
Core Lessons Lisa Learned
- Faith grounded in love is stronger than fear — Lisa no longer believes she has to choose between who she is and being loved by God.
- Sobriety grows through honesty and connection — meetings, therapy, truth‑telling, community, and a very loving sponsor kept her anchored.
- Community shifts with each season, and each one plays a role in healing and growth.
- Grit is built step by step, in life and on the mountain, through false summits, setbacks, and staying present in the climb.
- Saying yes to adventure expands your world — building confidence, belonging, and a deeper sense of self.
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Chapters
00:00 Secret Identity Struggle
03:44 Saying Yes to Adventure
07:29 First Trip and Training
17:39 Growing Up in Georgia
21:49 Church and Belonging
24:18 Coming Out and Fallout
27:18 Early Signs and Drinking Spiral
33:07 Faith and Identity Clash
35:42 Relapse and Rock Bottom
36:41 Recovery Program Deep Dive
39:12 Community Beyond Meetings
40:42 Love Over Legalism
43:17 Hiking as Healing
49:39 Rapid Fire Reflections
57:36 Final Advice and Support