Rachel Hechtman: Celebrating 1,000 Days Sober in Central Park
Episode Overview
Rachel's struggle with addiction started at a young age and continued through high school and college. She found her identity tied to alcohol and partying, but eventually realized the need for change. Her journey to sobriety was marked by challenges, self-discovery, and the importance of therapy. Rachel's commitment to creating a community without alcohol led to the founding of Sober in Central Park, LLC. Through events and social media, she aims to normalize, glamorize, and elevate alcohol-free alternatives.
You have to go to therapy for at least three to five years of your life. And I couldn't have done this without her. She made me start saying affirmations in the mirror before I stopped drinking. She made me change a lot of pieces of my mindset. And I still see my therapist, even though things are going really great.
Picture this: a vibrant New York City, bustling with events that don’t revolve around alcohol. That's the world Rachel Hechtman is creating. As the founder of Sober in Central Park LLC, Rachel's journey to sobriety began on January 3, 2021, and she hasn't looked back since. In this episode of 'Together S.O.B.E.R.', Louise Barnett chats with Rachel about her inspiring transformation from struggling with addiction to becoming a leading advocate for an alcohol-free lifestyle.
Rachel's mission is simple yet powerful: to show that life can be fun and fulfilling without alcohol. Through her social media content and events across NYC, she’s building a community where people can connect and enjoy themselves without the pressure to drink. Rachel’s story is a beacon of hope for anyone looking to make a positive change in their life. Tune in to hear how she’s normalizing and elevating sober living, making it glamorous and accessible for everyone.