Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy

You're Sober! Now What?

Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy

  • 132: Not Picking Up A Drink Through Trauma

132: Not Picking Up A Drink Through Trauma

Thursday 9th September 2021

Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy discuss managing trauma in long-term recovery with practical advice and personal stories. Tune in for valuable insights.
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You're Sober! Now What?
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Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy
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Staying Sober Through Life's Toughest Moments: Insights from Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy

Today I no longer feel the need to pick up a drink anytime life goes sideways and trust me it does. As I navigate in this new journey I'm on I feel as though I continue to go through traumatic events that I one time I couldn't handle. Today is different and I no longer feel the need to drink over these times.
How do you stay sober when life throws its worst at you? In this episode of 'You're Sober! Now What?', hosts Tamar Medford and Lane Kennedy dive deep into the challenges of handling trauma while maintaining long-term sobriety. With 35 years of continuous sobriety between them, Tamar and Lane share their personal stories and practical advice on staying sober during life's most difficult times. Tamar opens up about her past struggles, revealing how trauma used to drive her to drink.
But today, she no longer feels the need to pick up a drink when things go sideways. Instead, she leans on her support network and sticks to the basics of self-care. Lane adds his own experiences, emphasizing the importance of having a purpose-driven life and how entrepreneurship has played a crucial role in his recovery journey. The episode isn't just about avoiding relapse; it's about thriving despite the hardships.
Tamar and Lane discuss the importance of community, connection, and collaboration, encouraging listeners to join supportive networks like the Rise in Recovery Network for Entrepreneurs. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable strategies for managing trauma without turning to alcohol. Tune in for an honest, heartfelt conversation that tackles the tough topic of trauma in recovery head-on.
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of your mind, behavior, and spirit, armed with tools to stay sober through life's toughest moments.
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