Nate Kelly
Nate Kelly
Blue-Collar Sobriety with Jay Keefe
Blue-Collar Sobriety with Jay Keefe
Blue-Collar Sobriety with Jay Keefe
Wednesday 28th June 2023
Listen to Jay Keefe's inspiring journey to sobriety in 'The Sobriety Diaries', overcoming addiction in a challenging blue-collar environment.
31 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Jay shares the challenges of overcoming addiction while working in a blue-collar environment where alcohol consumption is normalized.
- His story reflects the struggles of maintaining relationships and quitting drinking, showcasing the progression from a weekend drinker to a daily drinker.
- Jay's journey involves a point of helplessness and despair, leading to a spiritual awakening and finding freedom through the 12-step program.
- Through embracing a higher power, working the steps, and seeking connections within a supportive community, Jay's story provides hope and inspiration for those navigating their own path to recovery.
- The episode encourages listeners to find resonance in Jay's story and emphasizes the impact of helping just one person in their journey to sobriety.
Hopefully you heard something that resonates with you. And if we help just one person, our job is done.
Imagine working in an environment where having a drink on the job is not just accepted but expected. That's the backdrop for Jay Keefe's journey to sobriety, as he shares his story with Nate Kelly on 'The Sobriety Diaries'. Jay, a true Bostonian, opens up about the challenges he faced while trying to quit drinking in a blue-collar industry that often turns a blind eye to alcohol consumption.
He talks about the difficulty of maintaining relationships with coworkers and family while making the brave decision to get sober. Jay's tale isn't just about quitting alcohol; it's about a complete transformation. He reveals how he progressed from casual drinking to becoming a daily drinker, losing his sense of morals along the way, and reaching a point where he felt utterly helpless. What turned things around for him was a spiritual awakening and the support of the 12-step program.
Through this journey, Jay found freedom and a new sense of purpose. Listeners will find Jay's story both relatable and inspiring. His experiences highlight the importance of community and spiritual connection in overcoming addiction. If you're someone who's struggling with sobriety or know someone who is, Jay's journey offers a beacon of hope. Tune in to hear how he navigated the tough road to recovery while holding onto his job and rebuilding his life.