Holden S
Holden S
27 - Drag My Sober Artform W/Emily
27 - Drag My Sober Artform W/Emily
27 - Drag My Sober Artform W/Emily
Tuesday 7th June 2022
Emily discusses their journey through sobriety as a queer drag performer on The Sober Unicorn Podcast, exploring how drag aids their trauma healing.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Get the buttons here!Emily's Sobriety and Drag: A Tale of Healing and Performance
I'm not trying to tell people not to drink just because I'm not, you know. But I know I would have just continued doing my half-assed gigs and being drunk, and you know that would have been it for me...
What happens when a queer performer embraces sobriety in the vibrant world of drag? In this episode of The Sober Unicorn, host Holden S chats with Emily, who candidly shares their journey of staying sober while thriving as a drag artist. Emily dives into the challenges of navigating an alcohol-heavy culture in the performing arts and how they've turned drag into a powerful outlet for healing past traumas.
This conversation is a raw and inspiring look at how sobriety can coexist with passion and creativity. Emily’s story highlights that the path to sobriety is deeply personal and unique to each individual. Their experiences underscore the importance of community support and finding unconventional tools to aid in recovery. Through honesty and vulnerability, Emily shows that it’s possible to embrace sobriety without sacrificing what you love.
They remind us that being different is not just okay, but something to be celebrated. Emily's words, 'I'm not trying to tell people not to drink just because I'm not, you know. But I know I would have just continued doing my half-assed gigs and being drunk, and you know that would have been it for me,' capture the essence of this episode. It’s a reminder that sobriety is a personal journey, defined by one's own terms.
If you’re seeking a podcast that offers a heartfelt and supportive community for sobriety and addiction recovery, The Sober Unicorn is worth your time. Tune in to hear more from Emily and other inspiring guests.