Connor Duffy

The Sober Plug

Connor Duffy

  • Do You Have To Be "Ready" To Get Sober?

Do You Have To Be "Ready" To Get Sober?

Tuesday 14th May 2024

Connor Duffy debunks the myth of needing to be 'ready' for sobriety, sharing his own journey and offering practical advice for those struggling with addiction.
Explicit
19 minutes
Honest
Supportive
Encouraging
Informative
Raw

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The Sober Plug
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Connor Duffy
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
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Are You Ever Really Ready to Get Sober?

Episode Overview

  • You don't need to feel 'ready' to start your sobriety journey.
  • Desperation can be a stronger motivator than readiness.
  • Acceptance of your problem is crucial.
  • Willingness to change is essential.
  • Humility helps you accept support from others.
The fear of continuing to live the way I was became more powerful than the fear of trying to live a sober life
In this episode of The Sober Plug, Connor Duffy tackles a common misconception about sobriety: the idea that you have to be 'ready' to quit drinking. Connor argues that waiting to feel ready might just be a stalling tactic. Instead, he shares his own raw and honest journey, emphasising that desperation often drives the decision to get sober more than readiness. Connor explains that sobriety is uncomfortable because it signifies a significant change.
He opens up about his personal struggles, including multiple relapses and the harsh consequences he faced before finally embracing sobriety. He highlights three critical steps: accepting the problem, having the willingness to change, and feeling desperate enough to take action. Connor also touches on the importance of humility in recovery, acknowledging that one must accept help from others who have successfully navigated the path to sobriety.
By sharing his experiences, Connor provides a relatable and supportive narrative for anyone grappling with addiction. So, are you ever truly ready to get sober? Maybe not, but you can be desperate enough to make the change.
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