Tricia Lewis
Recovery Happy Hour
78- When Sobriety Doesn't Solve Everything/ Dave
78- When Sobriety Doesn't Solve Everything/ Dave
78- When Sobriety Doesn't Solve Everything/ Dave
Tuesday 24th December 2019
Tricia Lewis talks to Dave on Recovery Happy Hour about how sobriety doesn't solve everything but provides the clarity to face life's challenges.
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Tricia Lewis
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Facing Life Sober: Dave's Journey on Recovery Happy Hour
Removing the alcohol does not always directly affect what life events will be thrown your way. Getting sober will not change these facts of life, but it does guarantee that you will have the opportunity to face these issues head-on rather than avoid them and prolong the inevitable.
What happens when sobriety doesn't magically fix everything? On this episode of Recovery Happy Hour, Tricia Lewis sits down with Dave to explore the realities of getting sober. Dave is refreshingly honest about the challenges he faced when he stopped drinking. He makes it clear that while removing alcohol from your life is a significant step, it doesn't mean all your problems vanish.
Life continues to throw curveballs, and sobriety gives you the clarity to tackle them head-on rather than sidestep them. Dave's journey is a testament to the fact that sobriety is an ongoing process. It's not just about quitting alcohol; it's about confronting the issues that led to drinking in the first place and finding healthier ways to cope.
He delves into how his addiction impacted his relationships and how he had to learn new social skills to navigate a world without alcohol. The conversation also touches on the evolving landscape of recovery. Dave stresses the importance of staying open to new methods and approaches, highlighting that what works for one person might not work for another. This episode is a must-listen for anyone on their own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is.
It's a candid reminder that while sobriety doesn't solve everything, it equips you with the tools to face life's challenges more effectively.