Emily Chandler

Southern, Social, and Still Sober

Emily Chandler

  • Conversations With My Gynecologist

Conversations With My Gynecologist

Tuesday 8th March 2022

Emily Chandler reveals how a routine gynecologist visit inspired her podcast, discussing addiction, anxiety, and the importance of open conversations.
31 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
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Encouraging

About this podcast

Southern, Social, and Still Sober
Author:
Emily Chandler
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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From Pap Smears to Podcasts: Emily Chandler's Unexpected Inspiration

Nobody wants to talk about outside those walls. So he knows he's very intuitive on what's really going on. And he said I've never even listened to a podcast and he took the name down.
Emily Chandler, the voice behind 'Southern, Social, and Still Sober', brings you an episode that starts in a place you'd least expect: her gynecologist's office. During a routine pap smear, Emily found herself in a conversation that would eventually spark the creation of her podcast. This episode takes you through that pivotal moment when a simple check-up turned into a life-changing dialogue.
Emily opens up about how her doctor's insights into the high rates of anxiety and depression among his millennial and younger female patients resonated with her own struggles with addiction and mental health. She shares how these candid discussions inspired her to break the silence and start sharing her journey publicly. The episode highlights the importance of open conversations about mental health and addiction, shedding light on the often-overlooked connection between the two.
If you've ever felt alone in your struggles or hesitant to speak up, Emily's story is a powerful reminder that sometimes, the most unexpected moments can lead to profound change. Tune in for an honest, heartfelt episode that encourages you to find strength in vulnerability and the courage to seek help.