Host: Ty Bechel
Jessica Gatlin
Episode 54: If You Don't Make Your Bed You'll Smoke Crack, or So They Say
Episode 54: If You Don't Make Your Bed You'll Smoke Crack, or So They Say
Episode 54: If You Don't Make Your Bed You'll Smoke Crack, or So They Say
Tuesday 7th March 2023
Jessica Gatlin shares how she hid her alcohol addiction and found hope in recovery. Listen to her inspiring story on 'Recovery Uncensored'.
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Get the buttons here!Jessica's Journey: From Hidden Alcoholism to Hopeful Recovery
I surrounded myself with people who drank like me, like people who co-signed on my bullshit.
What happens when your secret love affair with alcohol starts to unravel your life? In this episode of 'Recovery Uncensored', Jessica Gatlin sits down with host Ty Bechel to share her deeply personal story. Despite having a supportive marriage and family, Jessica found herself increasingly consumed by alcohol, hiding her dependency from everyone around her. Working in an upscale restaurant, she began to notice the creeping signs that her drinking was spiraling out of control.
Jessica's tale takes a turn when she starts encountering sober individuals in the most unexpected places. One such meeting, with a neighbor during a day-drinking session, leads her to her first sponsor in a 12-step program. Struggling with the idea of sobriety, she admits to being 'California sober', relying on marijuana as a crutch until a particularly anxiety-ridden episode with a dab pen forced her to reconsider her path. Jessica's journey is one of remarkable transformation.
She discusses how she eventually embraced recovery, finding strength in community support and the discipline required to maintain a sober lifestyle. Her candidness about her past and the hurdles she overcame provides a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with similar issues. Tune in to hear Jessica's honest and inspiring story, and discover how she turned her life around. Whether you're facing addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Jessica's experience offers valuable insights and encouragement.