“We’re going to explore the powerful connection between internalized oppression, negative self-talk, and projection—and how they show up in our healing journeys, especially when we’re working through substance use, codependency, emotional eating, or emotional withdrawal.

This is the kind of conversation that can change everything.”

Whether you’re overcoming substance use, emotional eating, or codependent patterns, these thoughts often sound like “Just this once won’t hurt” or “I deserve it,” but they create dangerous openings for relapse. Prairie shares real-life examples, offers a simple 3-step tool to work with these thoughts, and closes with reflective journal prompts and a powerful mindset shift.