Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#118 Rediscovering our Identities in Sobriety (feat. My Mom)
#118 Rediscovering our Identities in Sobriety (feat. My Mom)
#118 Rediscovering our Identities in Sobriety (feat. My Mom)
Tuesday 18th February 2025
Madeline Forrest and her mum discuss rediscovering identities in sobriety, sharing personal stories and reflections on the challenges and joys of a sober life.
48 minutes
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Author:
Madeline Forrest
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Sobriety often leads to an identity crisis.
- Grieving the loss of 'drinker' identity is common.
- Finding community can provide support and understanding.
- Maintaining social life without alcohol can be challenging but rewarding.
- Embracing a new identity in sobriety brings joy and self-discovery.
It's like, who the hell am I now? It's feeling like an imposter.
In this episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast, Madeline Forrest is joined by her mum for a heartfelt discussion about rediscovering and redefining identities in sobriety. The conversation kicks off with a cosy morning chat, setting a warm and inviting tone. Madeline and her mum dive into the often challenging identity shifts that come with sobriety, sharing their personal experiences and reflections.
They talk about the identity crisis many face when they stop drinking, feeling lost without the label of 'drinker' and grieving the identity associated with alcohol. Madeline's mum shares how she found solace in AA meetings, which provided a sense of community and understanding. Madeline, on the other hand, discusses her struggle to maintain her social life without alcohol, trying to prove she could still be fun while sober.
The episode is filled with candid anecdotes, light humour, and genuine moments of reflection. It's a raw and honest conversation that will resonate with anyone who's faced similar struggles in their journey to sobriety. By the end, you'll feel inspired to embrace your new identity and find joy in your sober life. So, if you're grappling with your sense of self in sobriety, this episode offers both comfort and insight.
Give it a listen and see how you can redefine who you are without alcohol.