In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Kari shares her powerful journey from a challenging childhood in an alcoholic environment to achieving sobriety. Despite growing up surrounded by alcohol and undergoing various personal struggles, Kari recounts her battle with alcohol, the impact it had on her life, and how she managed to find the strength to quit drinking. She discusses her multiple relapses, the emotional challenges she faced, and the turning point that led her to dedicate herself to sobriety. This is Kari’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:12 Carrie's Early Life in an Alcoholic Family

01:21 Teenage Years and First Experiences with Alcohol

02:32 Struggles with Alcohol and Personal Loss

04:34 Modeling Career and Escalating Alcohol Use

05:09 Toxic Relationships and a Suicide Attempt

06:29 Moving to LA and the Party Lifestyle

07:22 Realizations and the Beginning of Change

11:35 Motherhood and Continued Struggles

18:35 First Steps Towards Sobriety

25:36 Introduction to AA and Seeking Help

28:50 Struggles with Alcohol and Early Attempts at Sobriety

29:22 Cutting Ties and Seeking Help

30:11 Lockdown and the Nine-Month Sobriety Streak

34:16 Relapse and the Battle with Temptation

42:01 The Importance of Changing Environment and Community

46:06 Finding Purpose Through Service and Sobriety

48:20 Final Reflections and Moving Forward