Sober Motivation: Sharing Sobriety Stories

Rising from Rock Bottoms: Justin’s Journey to Sobriety

In this episode, we feature Justin, who wrestled with addiction from a very young age. At the age of 13, drug and alcohol use became a means of escape from the daily madness at home. Little did Justin know at the time, that this would evolve into a way of life for him for many years, and he came to realize that rock bottoms had basements. Justin endured a state of mind filled with hopelessness, surpassing even experiences of homelessness, being stabbed, and grappling with addiction.
Justin's turning point came when he was rescued by a Pasco County sheriff’s officer, marking the beginning of his journey to reclaim his life. Join us as we jump into Justin's story on the Sober Motivation podcast.
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From Drinks to Opiates: Abbey Fickley’s Journey

In this episode, we feature Abbey Fickley, who had a relatively regular childhood as the youngest in her family. Abbey started by consuming alcohol, and initially, it wasn't too out of control. However, the consumption of alcohol eventually took a back seat to her addiction to opiates. She also became a mother at the age of 20, struggling with the concept of not being able to achieve sobriety for the sake of her own child.
After facing numerous consequences, Abbey was caught writing bad checks from her father's chequebook. This action would prove to be a catalyst, completely altering the course of her life. Tune in to this episode to hear how Abbey was able to gradually turn everything around, one day at a time.
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For 20 years, alcohol was Glen’s solution to life. For Glen, the denial was tough to break through, but when he did, he found he was ready.

Glen spent a big chunk of his life, around 20 years, drinking. This brought a mix of good times and bad times. When Glen was a kid, his parents got divorced, and he ended up living mostly with his dad. He saw some problems in his parents' relationship, which was hard for him as he was growing up.
Because of the troubles caused by drinking, Glen reached a point where he had to make a choice. He had to decide if he was okay with ruining his family again just to stick with alcohol. This is the story Glen shares on the Sober Motivation podcast.
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At the end Rick Fulton was tired. Tired of the life he was living to maintain his addiction and it was life or death. Rick choose life.

Rick Fulton frequently minimized the gravity of the challenges he faced in his life. His upbringing was marked by profound difficulties, with his father's absence casting a long shadow. Between the ages of 3 and 6, Rick endured various forms of abuse that indelibly influenced his perspective on the world. As he matured, Rick developed an intense yearning for attention, a need that often went unmet. Lacking clear guidance, he eventually turned to alcohol and other substances (meth, ecstasy, speed) as a coping mechanism. At one point, Rick couldn't envision an escape, let alone one that would leave him alive. Rick almost died 4 times on this journey and he knew his time to change was running out.
Remarkably, Rick has recently celebrated seven years of sobriety and this is his story on the sober motivation podcast.
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Kathryn Jarrett tried to quit alcohol for 12 years but says she was just not ready until she was.

On this episode of the Sober Motivation podcast, we have Kat Jarrett who had a beautiful childhood up until her father passed away suddenly when she was just 14 years old and her life went from feeling so safe and protected to darkness. After losing her father Kat was searching for a distraction and she was able to do that by striving for excellence and perfectionism.   During her college years, she began using party drugs and drinking alcohol would creep into her life. Kat tried to stop drinking for 12 years trying many different ways but just wasn’t ready she says. Kat got sober on Jan 01, 2018, after reaching out to a friend for help and is embracing a holistic approach to sobriety every day. This is Kat’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.
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Jason thought he would just have to accept that alcohol would always be a part of his life. He had achieved so much success in so many areas of life, but quitting alcohol seemed impossible.

Jason had known for some time that he wanted to give up alcohol, but it always seemed to be the one thing he couldn't figure out. He would try Dry January, but by February 1st, he was right back at it. Alcohol caused friction in his relationships, and upon becoming a father, he realized that alcohol was holding him back from reaching his true potential. Then, at the start of 2023, he decided to give Dry January another try. After 30 days, he could feel a shift and chose to continue on that path. This is Jason's story on the Sober Motivation Podcast.
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When it came to alcohol Dr. Sumeet Bahl was all or nothing and desired for a change.

In this episode, we have Dr. Sumeet Bahl who always had a vision of being a doctor very early on in life. During high school, he was a great student and a football team member when he began drinking alcohol. When he graduated college and had no medical school to go to Sumeet began furthering his exploration of meditation and that was when his relationship with alcohol would change forever. Dr. Bahl is currently an interventional radiologist in Brooklyn, NY and shares some insight with us on the effects of alcohol. With over 18 years of being alcohol-free, this is Sumeet’s story on the sober motivation podcast.
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Fausto ”From Pain To Purpose”. Fausto found an escape with substances and it took him down a dark road until he found a way out.

This week we dive into the life of Fausto, the hope dealer. From early struggles with fitting in and enduring deep trauma during his formative years, Fausto sought solace in substances. However, after battling the dark abyss of addiction, he emerged stronger and wiser, now celebrating over 5 years of sobriety.
In this captivating true story, Fausto shares how he discovered that our purpose can be found within our pain. Despite facing relentless challenges that life threw his way, he never gave up on himself. Through resilience and determination, he transformed his struggles into stepping stones toward a brighter future.
Prepare to be moved as we unpack Fausto's remarkable journey of healing, growth, and self-discovery. Tune in to hear the story of a true survivor who believes in finding hope and meaning even amidst life's most trying moments. This is Fausto's story - a beacon of hope and inspiration on the Sober Motivation podcast.
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John AKA The Tired Dad quit the ”hard stuff” but giving up alcohol would prove to be different.

On this week's episode we have John AKA The Tired Dad. John's journey hasn't been without its challenges. In his early years, he faced some troubles and like many teenagers, he experienced a rebellious phase. During that time, he began experimenting with substances, and unfortunately, it led him down a dangerous path of addiction.
As he entered his twenties, John had an awakening moment. He took a hard look at his life and realized he didn't want to continue down that destructive road. Determined to turn things around, he made the brave decision to leave it all behind, except for one lingering vice – alcohol.
Fast forward to today, many moons later, and John has embraced the role of a loving father and devoted husband. However, on January 1st, 2023, John reached a turning point and chose to bid farewell to alcohol for good.
Join us as John shares his inspiring story of transformation and the journey to sobriety. This episode promises to be filled with valuable insights, motivation, and the strength it takes to break free from the grip of addiction.
So, without further ado, let's dive into John's empowering tale right here on the Sober Motivation Podcast!
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Mark says he was an alcoholic from his first drink and that one was too many and a thousand was never enough.

In this week’s episode, we have Mark, who says he was an alcoholic from his first drink, and that was just the beginning of the journey he would share with alcohol. Mark expressed that he had to be ready to get and accept help. Everything changed when getting sober became his idea after being fired from another job. Mark took a chance on himself and is now 10 years sober. Don’t miss his amazing story and great insight into what has helped him string together 10 years of sobriety.
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