Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#92 My Top Challenges of Early Sobriety & How I Overcame Them
#92 My Top Challenges of Early Sobriety & How I Overcame Them
#92 My Top Challenges of Early Sobriety & How I Overcame Them
Tuesday 20th August 2024
Madeline Forrest shares her biggest early sobriety challenges and the mindset shifts that helped her overcome them. Tune in for relatable stories and practical tips.
44 minutes
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Madeline Forrest
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Reframe your thoughts to remember the full impact of alcohol.
- Build new habits and routines to replace old drinking ones.
- Find confidence in your sober self.
- Recognise and grieve the loss of your 'party girl' identity.
- Connect with supportive people to avoid isolation.
If I'm going to miss that part, then I owe it to myself to tell myself the full story.
Ever felt like the road to sobriety is full of potholes? In this episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast, Madeline Forrest gets real about the toughest challenges she faced in her early sobriety journey. From dealing with intense PMS to battling the fear of letting others down, Madeline shares it all. She opens up about the grief of losing her 'party girl' identity and how she found a new, more authentic version of herself.
Madeline also discusses the mental shifts that helped her overcome these hurdles, like reframing her thoughts and recognising the full truth about alcohol's impact on her life. She reminds us that missing the buzz means remembering the shame and anxiety that followed. If you've ever felt like you're letting people down by not drinking, Madeline's got some reassuring words for you. She talks about finding confidence in sobriety and how it has made her more authentic and self-assured.
Plus, she offers practical advice on building new habits and routines to replace the old ones tied to drinking. Whether you're just starting your sober journey or looking for some extra support, this episode is packed with relatable experiences and valuable tips. Tune in to feel less alone and more empowered in your path to sobriety.