Steve Bennet-Martin

gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast

Steve Bennet-Martin

  • 1000 Days Sober: My Soberhero Origin Story

1000 Days Sober: My Soberhero Origin Story

Thursday 22nd February 2024

Join Sober Steve as he celebrates 1,000 days of sobriety, reflecting on his journey from addiction to recovery and introducing 'Sober Heroes'.
Explicit
41 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive

About this podcast

gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast
Author:
Steve Bennet-Martin
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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1,000 Days Sober: Steve’s Story of Triumph and Transformation

Episode Overview

  • Celebrating 1000 days of sobriety and reflecting on the journey
  • Exploring the challenges faced growing up queer and the impact on addiction
  • Embracing authenticity and shedding masks to live a fulfilling life
  • Empowering transformations through coaching and positive life changes
  • Introducing the concept of 'Sober Heroes' and amplifying voices in the community
If you're sober and you're doing your best and living your truth and being authentic with yourself, you are a sober hero.
Ever wondered what it takes to reach 1,000 days of sobriety? In this episode, Steve Martin-Bennet, also known as Sober Steve, takes you on a heartfelt journey through his milestone of 1,000 days without alcohol. He dives into the highs and lows of his path from addiction to recovery, sharing the lessons learned and the hurdles overcome.
Growing up queer, Steve faced unique challenges, including emotional and sexual traumas that shaped his early years and led him to seek solace in alcohol. He opens up about how his life spiraled out of control and the multiple solutions he found to rebuild it. Steve doesn’t just stop at recounting his struggles; he also highlights the transformations that sobriety brought into his life.
From finding empowerment through life coaching to forming meaningful connections, he discusses how shedding the masks we often wear to fit in can lead to genuine self-discovery and strength. But it wasn’t all smooth sailing—Steve candidly talks about how limiting beliefs almost led him to relapse and the valuable lessons he took away from that experience. Looking forward, Steve introduces the concept of 'Sober Heroes', inviting listeners to share their own stories and become part of a supportive community.
This episode isn’t just about Steve’s journey; it’s a call to action for others to find their own paths to authenticity and resilience. Whether you’re navigating your own sobriety journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a mix of personal anecdotes, practical advice, and heartfelt encouragement.