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EP 216: How Do You Help Someone Stop Drinking Before it’s Too Late? What if It’s You?
EP 216: How Do You Help Someone Stop Drinking Before it’s Too Late? What if It’s You?
EP 216: How Do You Help Someone Stop Drinking Before it’s Too Late? What if It’s You?
Thursday 10th March 2022
Drifter and Winged Victory discuss overcoming alcohol addiction, offering personal stories and practical advice for those struggling or supporting loved ones.
Explicit
48 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Compassionate
Hopeful
Raw
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Finding Hope: Helping Loved Ones and Ourselves Overcome Alcohol Addiction
We don't even absorb really what it means that three million people around the globe die Every Year from alcohol-related causes... Yeah, a lot of the drug paraphernalia that was on the scene of where he died.
What happens when the weight of alcohol addiction feels too heavy to bear? In this heartfelt episode of the Sobertown Podcast, Drifter and Winged Victory sit down to tackle the pressing questions: 'How do you stop drinking before it goes too far?' and 'How can you help someone you love who seems lost to the bottle?' Both hosts share a deeply personal connection to these issues, having lost brothers to addiction and fought their own battles with alcohol.
Their conversation is raw and real, offering a blend of personal stories and practical advice. The episode takes an unexpected turn from its original plan to discuss alcohol marketing to women, shifting focus due to recent tragic events in their community. Drifter and Winged Victory delve into the importance of finding supportive communities, both online and offline, and how these networks can be lifelines for those struggling with addiction.
They emphasize that recovery is not a solitary journey; it's one that thrives on shared experiences and mutual support. Listeners will find solace in the hosts' candid reflections on their paths to sobriety. They explore the idea of 'beacons'—people and moments that light the way out of darkness. Whether it's a friend, a family member, or a moment of clarity, these beacons can guide individuals toward recovery.
The episode is peppered with moments of empathy and understanding, making it clear that no one has to face addiction alone. As the discussion wraps up, Drifter and Winged Victory leave listeners with a powerful message: pour the poison down the sink and look for your lighthouse in the darkness. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is. It's a reminder that hope and help are always within reach.