For me personally, it was like the best thing for my sobriety, like it sounds so strange to say, because it was a really, really shitty time for a lot of people.
Imagine chasing the 'glamorous' party life in London, only to find yourself lost in a whirlwind of drugs and alcohol. That's Abi Feltham's story. In this episode of 'The Addictive Pod', Abi opens up about her decade-long struggle with addiction and mental health. She talks about how her search for identity took her around the world, but it was the solitude of the COVID-19 pandemic that finally led her to sobriety.
Abi shares candidly about her battles with self-hatred and depression, and how she found solace in meditation and mindfulness. Her journey underscores the dangers of untreated alcoholism and highlights the importance of self-acceptance. Abi also discusses her creative project and t-shirt line, which aim to fight toxic positivity and promote genuine mental health awareness. Tune in to hear Abi's raw and inspiring story.