Sober Motivation: Sharing Sobriety Stories
The sober motivation podcast will have new guests each week sharing their sobriety stories to inspire others about what is possible. After listening you will see that sobriety is so possible and you are not alone on this journey.
Episodes
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
In this episode of the sober motivation podcast, we talk with Lucy Bruce, who shares her journey of growing up in a household tainted by her father's violent alcoholism and her own struggles with drinking, eating disorders, and trauma. Though initially appearing picture-perfect, Lucy's family life deteriorated when her father began to spiral into violence due to his drinking, affecting everyone around him. Lucy's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of confronting one's past to build a brighter future. With 18 years alcohol free this is Lucy’s story on the sober motivation podcast.
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Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
In this episode we have Meg who shares her deeply personal journey from growing up in a culture of appearances and early alcohol exposure to facing significant life challenges and navigating gray area drinking. Meg details her experiences with perfectionism, the pressures of life, early interactions with alcohol, and traumatic events in college that contributed to her complicated relationship with alcohol. As she left college Meg got sucked into the mommy wine culture. She discusses the important moment when her drinking habits began severely impacting her life and her decision to seek help, only to be dismissed by a therapist. This is Meg’s story on the sober motivation podcast
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00:00 Welcome to the Sober Motivation Podcast
00:14 Meg's Journey: Childhood and Early Encounters with Alcohol
02:26 Navigating Adolescence: Peer Pressure and First Experiences
03:08 College Years: Binge Drinking and Trauma
05:45 The Work-Hard, Play-Hard Culture and Its Impact
14:03 Facing Life's Challenges: The Slip into Nightly Drinking
17:09 The Realization and Quest for Sobriety
22:50 Reflecting on the Journey and Embracing Change
26:15 The Journey to Sobriety: Tools for Self-Love and Comfort
26:54 Unraveling the Story: From Denial to Discovery
27:11 The Power of Community and the Sober Curious Movement
28:11 The Transformative Impact of Sobriety on Personal and Family Life
30:57 The Ripple Effect: Inspiring Change in Others
38:32 The Importance of Addressing Alcohol's Role in Society and Personal Trauma
42:37 Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Empowermen
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
In this episode we have Josh Connolly, discussing his childhood experiences and the impact of addiction on his life. Josh gives a candid recount of his complicated relationship with his alcoholic father and his struggles with substance use from an early age. After becoming a father at a young age, Josh found himself stuck in a toxic cycle of substance use and dishonesty, leading to making the decision to get sober. Navigating through the challenges of life without the means to escape reality, he makes a focused effort to be honest and present with those he cares about the most, even in the face of adversity. After 9 months of sobriety Josh was really struggling and was was so confused on why. Through conversation on this episode, Josh and I underscore the importance of self-love, honesty, and daily commitment to sobriety.
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Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Surviving Trauma and Embracing Sobriety: Johnny's Journey
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Johnny Lawrence shares his path from an unstable and traumatic childhood to a fulfilling life of sobriety. Born into a mixed-race family subjected to domestic violence, Johnny found comfort in alcohol. However, he felt compelled to give up drinking when he became a father. Johnny discusses the details of sobriety, emphasizing resilience, honesty, and the importance of never giving up. He also shares his concept of 'The Four A's - Awareness, Accountability, Acceptance, and Action' to handle life changes. Johnny underlines that while the journey to sobriety can be challenging, the emotional resolution and personal insights gained make it worthwhile. This is Johnny’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Arrival
01:47 Guest's Early Life and Struggles
05:38 Turning Point and Leaving Home
12:52 Finding Solace in Wrestling
16:30 Becoming a Father and Facing Old Demons
22:30 The Journey to Sobriety
24:40 Understanding Emotional Regulation and Alcohol Cravings
25:26 The Journey of Sobriety: Relapses and Vulnerability
27:22 The Struggle with Suppressed Emotions
28:06 The Honesty Stage: Recognizing the Impact of Alcohol
28:56 The Transition to Sobriety: Challenges and Self-Soothing
31:16 The Four A's of Behavioral Change
34:50 The Emotional Journey of Quitting Alcohol
39:15 The Power of Persistence and Building Emotional Resilience
43:47 Final Thoughts: Never Give Up
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
In today’s episode, we have Hadley, who speaks about her first drink at 14 and how it would remain complicated until quitting at 41. As life progressed so did the drinking from the binge drinking culture in college to the mommy wine culture that followed. After another night of broken promises to herself about remaining present and aware at a party, she blacked out and the hangover lasted several days and the thoughts of quitting started to become more real. Hadley discusses how it was in a 2-year span that she was working on her relationship with alcohol and after a day drinking session at the lake house she began her journey of sobriety in August of 2021 and everything has changed since then. This is Hadley’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.
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Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
In this episode, we have Gregg who opens up about his tragic childhood marked by his father's death in a drunk driving accident and being raised by a single mother. He talks about his struggle with substance abuse, including dealing drugs, and numerous arrests. Eventually, Gregg relays the turning point in his life – an encounter with a priest who introduced him to a different way of living, which became the foundation of his recovery journey. Gregg highlights the importance of sobriety, recovery, and wellness in his life, discussing how he started the recovery program, Startup Recovery, as well as his realization about the need to work on himself and 'grow up' to be a good father and husband. With 29 years of sobriety, this is Gregg Champion’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.
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00:31 Guest Introduction: Greg's Early Life and Struggles
02:05 Greg's Journey Through High School
03:45 Greg's College Life and Early Adulthood
10:40 Gregg's Downward Spiral into Drug Dealing
13:02 Gregg's Arrests and Consequences
19:27 Gregg's Path to Recovery
21:59 A Life-Changing Encounter
22:34 First Steps Towards Sobriety
23:09 The Power of Belief and Positive Energy
23:21 The Role of Sponsorship in Recovery
23:32 The Impact of Removing the Middle Part
24:23 The Importance of Physical Fitness in Recovery
24:58 The Journey to the First Meeting
25:08 The Struggle of Trying to Get Sober Alone
26:10 The Turning Point: Fear of Going to Prison
28:37 The Power of Mentorship and Taking Suggestions
34:04 The Importance of Being Willing to Be Willing
34:36 The Journey to Wellness
37:06 The Challenges and Rewards of Working in Recovery
41:52 The Joy of Being a Sober Dad
42:16 Final Thoughts: The Importance of Doing the Inner Wo
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Nick joins the show; he has been sober for 10 years and shares his journey from substance abuse to sobriety. Nick describes his childhood marked by his parents' separation, their struggle with substance abuse, and his own progression into alcoholism and drug use. He ventures into various attempts at sobriety that he was unable to maintain. Nick hit many bottoms, including losing everything, and after being charged with a felony, he had a choice to make. Along the path, Nick tried many methods of achieving sobriety, but there was always one thing holding him back from the change he desired so much. This is Nick’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.
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00:18 Guest's Early Life and Family Background
00:36 Exposure to Substance Abuse and Early Experiences
01:32 Adolescent Struggles and First Encounter with Addiction
02:08 Dealing with Dishonesty and Fear
03:42 Escaping Reality through Television
04:20 The Role of Drugs and Alcohol in Coping
05:46 Downward Spiral into Addiction
06:48 Moving to Hawaii: A Failed Attempt at a Fresh Start
08:32 First Attempt at Sobriety and Relapse
13:42 Journey to Surrender: The Struggle to Get Sober
20:45 Rebuilding Relationships and Life in Recovery
25:55 The Last Chance at Recovery
26:11 Committing to the Recovery Process
26:30 Facing the Reality of Life's Challenges
28:50 The Turning Point: Choosing Sobriety
30:16 The Journey to Sobriety and Service
34:28 The Power of Honesty and Change
36:20 Building a New Life in Recovery
42:47 The Impact of Breathwork on Recovery
49:59 The Power of Consciousness in Overcoming Addiction
51:44 Closing Thoughts on the Recovery Journey
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Michelle Smith (recoveryisthenewblack) who shares openly about her late-onset addiction to alcohol and turbulent journey to sobriety. Growing up in a household filled with alcoholism, she focused on academics and her career before gradually slipping into alcohol dependency due to life's pressures. Following multiple hospital visits, rehab stays and a significant personal realization, she committed to sobriety in 2016. We also explore the societal stigma of addiction, the challenges of early recovery, and the power of connection, community, and constant personal work on the road to recovery. The episode underscores that addiction does not discriminate and recovery is possible for everyone willing to take the necessary steps. This is Michelle Smith’s story on the sober motivation podcast.
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00:14 Introduction: Michelle's Struggle with Addiction
00:47 The Sober Motivation Podcast and Sober Buddy App
01:50 Michelle's Childhood and School Life
05:08 Michelle's College Life and Career Path
10:26 Michelle's Journey into Alcoholism
18:38 Michelle's Road to Recovery
23:40 The Million Dollar Question: How to Get Sober?
25:11 The Power of Decision: Choosing Sobriety
26:05 The Struggle: Society's Perception of Addiction
27:19 The Turning Point: Realizing the Need for Change
28:29 The Journey: From Addiction to Recovery
28:53 The Importance of Support: Building Your Dream Team
29:28 The Stigma: Breaking the Silence Around Addiction
34:54 The Reality: Addiction Doesn't Discriminate
36:23 The Commitment: Embracing Sobriety
39:36 The Transformation: From Shame to Empowerment
43:18 The Impact: Sharing the Journey to Inspire Others
48:30 The Message: Keep Fighting for Your Recovery
49:22 Conclusion: The Power of Sharing Your Story
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
In this episode, we have Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, a WWF professional wrestling icon who shares his journey from growing up in a difficult environment to achieving fame in the wrestling world only to fall into addiction. Jake candidly recounts his destructive path, from enduring a damaged childhood to wrestling successes, severe injuries, and the subsequent slide into alcohol and drug addiction. Despite multiple failed attempts at rehab, Jake reveals how fellow wrestling veteran Diamond Dallas Page (DDP) helped him turn his life around through DDP Yoga, not only by providing a program to regain his physical health but also by altering his mental perspective. Jake's story underscores the power of positive influence, self-care, love, and the human capacity for resilience and recovery.
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Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Leanne shares her journey of overcoming addiction to alcohol and cocaine, and the transformations she sees in her life since choosing recovery. She openly discusses her early life experiences, her struggles being adopted, dealing with ADHD, the pressures of a dancing career, and her almost life-ending relationship with substance abuse. Leanne’s daughter was born with serious health conditions and she struggled to cope and went deeper and deeper into her addiction. Leanne stresses the importance of honesty and introspection in recovery and the need for help and connection. Leanne and her daughter Darcy have a saying ‘We Move’ and from listening to her story you will understand the importance sobriety plays in her life.. This is Leannne’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.
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00:25 Leanne's Childhood and Adoption
01:11 The Impact of Adoption on Leanne's Life
03:04 Leanne's School Life and Early Struggles
04:58 The Start of Substance Abuse
11:00 Leanne's Dance Career and Its Abrupt End
14:45 The Downward Spiral: Alcohol, Drugs, and Loss of Identity
20:26 Attempts at Seeking Help and the Struggle of Honesty
24:00 Leanne's Life Amidst Chaos: Relationships, Work, and Addiction
25:10 The Unexpected Pregnancy and the Shocking News
27:13 The Birth of Darcy and the Struggles that Followed
27:31 The Spiral into Addiction and the Wake-up Call
29:06 The Turning Point: A Near-Death Experience
30:22 The Journey to Sobriety and Self-Discovery
31:11 The Power of Presence and the Fight for Life
32:36 The Struggle for Survival and the Power of Sharing
36:41 The Importance of Honesty and the Steps to Recovery
39:17 The Impact of Sobriety on Relationships
42:20 The Power of Giving and the Journey to Self-Realization
45:32 The Challenges of Single Parenthood and the Power of Resilience
48:23 The Power of Sobriety and the Gift of Life
49:53 The Importance of Truth and the Call to Action
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