268: Dealing with Boredom in Sobriety with Angela Pugh268: Dealing with Boredom in Sobriety with Angela Pugh
Soberful
After bartending her way across Hollywood and Beverly Hills, Angela was in over her head with a drinking problem that was relentless. She got sober in 2006 and dedicated her life to helping others do the same. She joins Veronica to discuss how to deal with boredom in sobriety and how we need to take responsibility for our lives and experiences.
30:34•29 May 2024
Overcoming Boredom in Sobriety with Angela Pugh
Episode Overview
- Angela Pugh shares her transition from bartending to sobriety.
- Challenges of adapting to a new daily routine after quitting alcohol.
- Strategies for dealing with boredom during recovery.
- The importance of taking responsibility for one's life choices.
- The role of community and support in maintaining sobriety.
“My rock bottom really was two to three years at the end of my drinking where it had just escalated to a point that it got really dark”
Ever wondered how to tackle boredom while staying sober? In this episode of Soberful, Veronica Valli and Chip Somers sit down with Angela Pugh, a former bartender turned life coach, to discuss this very issue. Angela shares her journey from bartending in Hollywood and Beverly Hills to hitting rock bottom and finally getting sober in 2006. She now dedicates her life to helping others find their path to sobriety.
Angela's candid recounting of her past life in the nightlife industry provides a stark contrast to her current sober lifestyle. She opens up about the challenges of transitioning from a nocturnal existence to a more conventional daily routine and how those changes were sometimes harder than giving up alcohol itself. Angela also touches on the deeper emotional struggles she faced, like low self-esteem and self-destructive behaviours, which many people in recovery can relate to.
Veronica and Angela explore practical strategies for dealing with boredom in sobriety, emphasising the importance of taking responsibility for one's life and choices. Angela's story is a powerful reminder that while sobriety can be challenging, it also offers limitless possibilities for personal growth and fulfilment. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on how to navigate boredom in your sober journey, this episode is a must-listen.
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