Matt J
Matt J, Colbi
E217: Finding Where I Belong- From Code-Switching to Sobriety with Colbi
E217: Finding Where I Belong- From Code-Switching to Sobriety with Colbi
E217: Finding Where I Belong- From Code-Switching to Sobriety with Colbi
Tuesday 25th February 2025
Colbi shares her journey from using alcohol as a social lubricant to finding true belonging in sobriety, offering hope and inspiration.
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Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Postpartum depression can intensify drinking habits.
- Finding true belonging is different from just fitting in.
- Social media can be a powerful tool for creating supportive communities.
- Sobriety offers the chance for personal growth and authentic connections.
- 12-step programs can provide a sense of belonging and support.
I found 12-step at literally the lowest point in my life. And it was in that moment that I was like, here is where I belong
If you've ever felt like you were constantly trying to fit in, Colbi's story will resonate with you. In this episode of the Sober Friends Podcast, elementary teacher and TikTok creator Colbi (@collect.the.similarities) shares her powerful journey from using alcohol as a social lubricant to finding true belonging in sobriety. She opens up about how postpartum depression intensified her drinking and how she received what she calls 'the gift of desperation' that pushed her towards recovery.
Colbi now uses social media to create a supportive community for sober-curious women, sharing her experiences and insights along the way. Her story highlights the difference between fitting in and truly belonging, and how sobriety has allowed her to carve out a space where she feels at home. Colbi’s candid reflections on her struggles and triumphs offer hope and inspiration to anyone on a similar path.
Don't miss this heartfelt conversation that reminds us all that we are not alone in our journeys.