A Bittersweet Farewell: The Final Chapter of Devil's Guide to Sobriety
Episode Overview
The podcast offers a raw, lived experience of a young woman navigating recovery and the ups and downs that come with it The host emphasizes the importance of finding what works for you in sobriety, whether it's therapy, plant medicine, or other holistic approaches The episode also highlights the challenges of navigating social situations and friendships while sober The host encourages rewards for staying sober and finding joy in life's simple pleasures, ultimately inspiring others to embrace sobriety as a rewarding journey
It's hard, it sucks sometimes, you're going to feel left out at times, but there is 100 light at the end of the tunnel and you can still live a very happy, fun life sober. Like, you guess what, people, you can have fun sober. It can be done.
Saying goodbye is never easy, especially when it's to something as personal and impactful as 'Devil's Guide to Sobriety'. In this heartfelt final episode, Jessica Everitt opens up about the challenges she faced in her recovery journey, particularly after the traumatic events discussed in the previous episode. She doesn't shy away from the raw and real aspects of her struggle, making this episode a poignant conclusion to her candid series.
Jessica and her producer take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, revisiting their favorite episodes and offering listeners a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what went into making the podcast. This episode is a thank you to everyone who supported, listened, and shared the podcast. It's also a reminder of the importance of finding what works for you in sobriety, whether it's therapy, plant medicine, or other holistic approaches.
Jessica shares her personal battles with trauma and PTSD, highlighting how therapy and support played crucial roles in her recovery. She also touches on the difficulties of navigating social situations and maintaining friendships while sober. As she bids farewell to this project, Jessica encourages listeners to reward themselves for staying sober and to find joy in life's simple pleasures. Although 'Devil's Guide to Sobriety' is ending, Jessica hints at future projects, including an upcoming podcast called 'How to be Normal'.
The entire back catalogue of 'Devil's Guide to Sobriety' will remain available for free on Patreon, ensuring that her raw and honest journey continues to inspire others. This final episode is a touching tribute to the highs and lows of sobriety, offering hope and encouragement to anyone on their own recovery path.