Drifter

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Drifter

  • EP 344: Early Days-Introduction

EP 344: Early Days-Introduction

Monday 1st January 2024

Join Michal Charles as she shares her candid journey through early sobriety, focusing on connection, humor, and breaking down stigmas.
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14 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Supportive
Hopeful
Inspiring

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Michal's Early Days: Finding Joy and Connection in Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Michael shares her personal journey through addiction and recovery, offering relatable experiences and insights.
  • She emphasizes the need for connection and community in the recovery process, aiming to normalize stigmas around relapses.
  • Michael sheds light on the challenges of maintaining sobriety, particularly during the pandemic, and the importance of seeking support.
  • Her candid exploration delves into the emotional triggers, mental health issues, and the complexities of addiction.
  • Join Michael as she navigates the early days of sobriety, offering support and relatable experiences to those embarking on a sober journey.
If you're sober curious, if you're trying life without alcohol for the first time, if you're not sure that you're ready to quit yet, but you're starting to maybe listen to a couple of podcasts and see what people are saying and see if you hear part of your own story in there, that is so brave.
In this episode of 'Early Days', Michal Charles opens up about her personal journey through addiction and recovery, bringing a fresh perspective to the often daunting early days of sobriety. Michal's story is not just about struggle; it's about finding joy and connection in unexpected places. With over a decade of sobriety under her belt, Michal shares her experiences with various support systems and programs, emphasizing that no two recovery journeys are alike.
She tackles common themes in early sobriety, from dealing with emotional triggers to breaking down the walls of loneliness. Michal's approach is both candid and humorous, making it easier to relate to the ups and downs of the recovery process. Whether you're just starting your sober journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a comforting sense of community and a reminder that you're not alone.
Michal also addresses the stigmas around relapses and mental health issues, aiming to normalize these conversations and provide support. Her passion for helping others shines through, making this episode a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction.