In this episode of the Subber Motivation Podcast, my buddy Ryan joins us to share his sobriety journey. Ryan reflects on his childhood in a tight-knit community, his introduction to alcohol in high school, and how his father's coping mechanisms influenced his own. He describes the progressive nature of his alcohol dependency, the strain it put on his relationships, and his eventual realization of needing change in 2020. After multiple attempts to quit, trying a few different pathways Ryan was tired of the life he was leading and realized his drinking did not only affect him it affected everyone around him. Something had to change but how would Ryan go from a life of drinking to a life without? This is Ryan's story on the Sober Motivation podcast.

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00:00 Introduction to Season Three

00:14 Meet Ryan: A Journey Begins

00:43 Ryan's Early Life and College Days

01:25 The Role of Alcohol in Ryan's Life

02:39 Marriage and Moving Away

03:29 Struggles with Alcohol and Family Dynamics

04:47 Realizations and Early Signs of Alcohol Dependence

06:25 The Turning Point: Marriage and Parenthood

08:25 Hiding the Problem and Seeking Help

10:27 The Role of Community and Support

25:48 Fishing Trip Revelations

26:31 Struggles with Sobriety

27:00 A Turning Point

28:22 The Road to Recovery

30:07 Reflections and Realizations

35:32 Finding Community

47:34 The Power of Connection

52:19 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this episode we have Dave, who shares his deeply personal and inspirational journey from growing up with an anxious mind and early struggles with guilt and shame, to becoming a defined party guy in high school and college. Despite achieving professional milestones, Dave's life was becoming increasingly unmanageable due to his drinking. He opens up about the physical and emotional toll his addiction took on him and his loved ones. Dave recounts his turning point moment of seeking help, the challenges of early sobriety, and the transformative effects it has had on his health, relationships, and overall life. Dave and I discuss the importance of replacing drinking with healthier activities, the persistent struggle with alcohol cravings, and the critical role of self-awareness and support systems in recovery.

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In this episode of the Sober Motivation podcast, we have Ashley who shares about her journey from growing up in a single-parent household with attachment anxiety, through her struggles with alcohol addiction from her teenage years into her adult life. Ashley shares her experiences of hiding her addiction, the trauma of losing close family members to addiction-related causes, and the various stages of her drinking habits. She details her turning point, how she reached out for help, and her eventual path to sobriety. Ashley also discusses the importance of connection in overcoming addiction and how sharing her story publicly led to the creation of supportive communities and resources for those facing similar struggles.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:10 Ashley's Childhood and Early Struggles

01:05 High School Challenges and Coping Mechanisms

06:53 College Years and Escalating Alcohol Use

12:07 Young Adulthood and Moving to Alabama

16:15 Family Tragedies and Increased Drinking

19:30 Reflecting on Alcohol Use and Seeking Support

24:25 Overcoming Shame and Stigma

27:33 The Turning Point: Halloween 2022

28:26 Embracing Sobriety: The First Steps

34:42 Support Systems and Community

37:29 Sharing the Journey: Going Public

39:20 Building a Sober Community

40:54 Reflecting on the Journey

43:32 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this episode of the Podcast, we have Jess, who shares her deeply personal and powerful story of growing up in a seemingly perfect middle-class family in Portland, Oregon, while dealing with an emotionally absent father and a series of traumatic experiences. Jess opens up about her early experimentation with alcohol, the challenging transitions during her school years, and an abusive relationship that drove her further into drinking. She discusses her wake-up call moments, the pivotal support from her now-husband, and the journey towards sobriety that began at age 20. Jess highlights the importance of addressing mental health and breaking the cycle of addiction for future generations. Her story emphasizes the necessity of recovering out loud and supporting others through their battles with addiction and this is Jess’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.

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00:00 Introduction to Season Three

00:14 Meet Jess: Early Life and Family Dynamics

03:10 School Days: Navigating Childhood and Adolescence

05:05 First Encounters with Alcohol

10:58 Middle School Experiments and Social Circles

14:54 High School Transitions and Challenges

20:14 Struggles with Acceptance and Relationships

29:21 College Life and Escalating Issues

34:56 Parental Awareness and Hidden Struggles

36:24 Escaping an Abusive Relationship

39:25 The Turning Point: Realizing the Depth of Alcoholism

41:15 Failed Attempts at Moderation

44:26 The Consequences of Alcohol Abuse

48:22 Finding Support and Making a Change

55:20 Long-Term Sobriety and Family Impact

01:02:34 Breaking the Cycle for Future Generations

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

In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Nikki recounts her journey of sobriety, beginning from her early experiences with alcohol in Sydney, Australia, where the legal drinking age is 18 and societal pressure to drink is high. She describes her youthful experimentation and eventual reliance on drinking during a difficult breakup, leading to a period of drinking alone. Nikki shares the challenges she faced in the alcohol-centric film industry and how societal expectations made it difficult to quit. Despite several stints of sobriety, during the lockdowns she first attempted to cut back on alcohol, finding initial success before societal pressures tempted her back. In 2021, Nikki quit drinking for good, supported by a non-drinking friend and a personal realization about her health and happiness. Nikki's story sheds light on the internal battles and societal pressures that make sobriety challenging, and she offers her insights and lessons learned for those on similar paths.

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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 Leanne’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.

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In this episode of the podcast, we have Shane, who reflects on a loving childhood that took a dark turn due to severe bullying in middle school, leading him to drink alcohol for the first time, from experimenting with alcohol and drugs in his adolescence to facing severe addiction in his adult years, including an impactful self-intervention and multiple arrests. Shane's breaking point came in 2011 when he faced serious legal consequences and ultimately found redemption through a faith-based rehabilitation program and the support of his family. Now dedicated to helping others, Shane underscores the importance of community, purpose, and addressing underlying traumas in the journey to recovery.

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