Bobbie Malatesta

3-21 NoKiddin' Gambling Addiction Recovery Podcast

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  • Dry January Day 11- Evolving Friendship Circles

Dry January Day 11- Evolving Friendship Circles

Monday 13th January 2025

Explore how quitting drinking and gambling changes social circles. Bobbie shares her journey and offers advice on maintaining meaningful friendships.
Explicit
9 minutes
Inspiring
Supportive
Honest
Encouraging
Compassionate

About this podcast

3-21 NoKiddin' Gambling Addiction Recovery Podcast
Author:
Bobbie Malatesta
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Evolving Friendship Circles in Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Quitting drinking and gambling can change your social life.
  • Supportive people are everywhere, even if not everyone aligns with your journey.
  • Meaningful connections are more important than frequent interactions.
  • True friends will stand by you during your recovery.
  • Embrace changes in your social circles as part of your growth.
True friends will stand by you, while others may fall away, and that's okay.
Bobbie the Awesome is back with another episode of the 3-21 NoKiddin' Gambling Addiction Recovery Podcast. This time, Bobbie dives into the evolving nature of friendship circles when you embark on a journey of sobriety and personal growth. She explores how quitting drinking and gambling can dramatically change your social life and addresses the common fear of loneliness that often accompanies these lifestyle changes.
Bobbie reassures you that supportive people are everywhere, even if not everyone aligns with your new path. She shares her personal journey, reflecting on her five years of sobriety and the friendships that have endured through her ups and downs. These relationships have evolved from quantity to quality, highlighting the importance of meaningful connections over frequent interactions. Bobbie also touches on the tough decisions you might face regarding friends who don't support your recovery.
She reminds you that true friends will stand by you, while others may fall away, and that's okay. The episode encourages you to embrace the changes in your social circles as a natural part of your recovery journey. It's a heartfelt discussion filled with empathy, wisdom, and a touch of humour, making it a must-listen for anyone navigating similar challenges.