Brad McLeod
Brad McLeod
Alcohol Was No Longer Fun - Carolyn's Story
Alcohol Was No Longer Fun - Carolyn's Story
Alcohol Was No Longer Fun - Carolyn's Story
Friday 22nd November 2024
Carolyn shares her raw journey from addiction to sobriety and how her time on Survivor impacted her recovery.
52 minutes
Honest
Inspiring
Supportive
Raw
Hopeful
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Episode Overview
- Carolyn's supportive yet concerned family played a crucial role in her journey.
- Her experimentation with substances began out of curiosity during high school.
- Support groups and therapy were vital in her recovery process.
- Carolyn's time on Survivor highlighted her sobriety journey to a wider audience.
- She emphasises that everyone's path to recovery is unique and not defined by 'rock bottom'.
Sobriety is a form of self-discipline, and I had to learn to accept myself and be okay with me.
In this episode of the Sober Motivation podcast, Carolyn bravely shares her deeply personal journey with addiction and sobriety. Growing up in a supportive family, Carolyn's curiosity led her to experiment with alcohol and drugs during her high school years. This curiosity quickly spiralled into a battle with addiction, which she candidly recounts. She speaks about her struggle with identity post-sobriety and the role of support groups and therapy in her recovery.
Carolyn's story takes an interesting turn as she discusses her time on the TV show Survivor, where her openness about her sobriety resonated with many viewers. Her journey is filled with raw honesty, reflecting on the interventions that helped her and the continuous effort it takes to stay sober. She also touches on the misconceptions about 'rock bottom' and emphasises that everyone's path to recovery is unique.
Carolyn's message is one of hope and perseverance, encouraging anyone struggling with addiction to seek help and not compare their journey to others. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for inspiration and real talk about the challenges and triumphs of sobriety.