Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien

The Weekend Sober

Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien

  • 79. How do you express gratitude?

79. How do you express gratitude?

Sunday 1st October 2023

Jennifer Eastwood joins Kim and Kezia to discuss how gratitude transforms sobriety, offering a heartfelt and relatable conversation.
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32 minutes
Empowering
Inspiring
Heartwarming
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Encouraging

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The Weekend Sober
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Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Gratitude and Sobriety: Jennifer Eastwood's Inspiring Journey

Episode Overview

  • Exploring the mindset shift from 'I have to stop drinking' to 'I get to stop drinking'
  • Discussion on challenges of early sobriety and the impact of shame
  • Journey towards self-love and finding joy in sobriety
  • Delving into hobbies and activities that bring joy in sobriety
  • Embracing the freedom to explore and redefine oneself
I'm grateful that I don't have to drink anymore and that my life doesn't revolve around alcohol anymore, but it took so long to get to that shift in my brain.
Ever wondered how gratitude can transform your sobriety journey? In this heartening episode of 'The Weekend Sober', Kim and Kezia sit down with their friend Jennifer Eastwood to unpack the buzzword 'gratitude'. Jennifer, who began her sober life in August 2021, shares her experiences, including a few bumps along the way and her ultimate success in December 2021.
Living in Virginia with her husband, four kids, and dogs, Jennifer has a full plate but finds joy in attending her children's events and traveling the world with her family. The trio dives into the powerful mindset shift from 'I have to stop drinking' to 'I get to stop drinking'. They discuss how embracing gratitude can change your outlook on sobriety, turning it from a burden into a blessing.
This episode isn't just about the challenges; it's about finding joy and self-love in the journey. They share personal anecdotes and insights, offering a genuine and relatable conversation that resonates with anyone on a similar path. Listeners will also hear about hobbies and activities that bring joy in sobriety, highlighting the newfound freedom to explore and redefine oneself. The episode is filled with warmth, humor, and real-life stories that encourage self-discovery and gratitude.
Whether you're new to sobriety or a seasoned pro, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on living a fulfilling life without alcohol.