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Finding Strength in Sobriety with Colette
Finding Strength in Sobriety with Colette
Finding Strength in Sobriety with Colette
Saturday 3rd August 2024
Colette Safhill shares her journey from heavy drinking to founding Myth Drinks. Discover her inspiring story and practical tips for living alcohol-free.
35 minutes
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Honest
Supportive
Raw
Motivational
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Episode Overview
- Colette's journey from heavy drinking to sobriety.
- The role of support systems like AA and private health insurance.
- Creating a fulfilling life beyond alcohol.
- Development of Myth Drinks as an alcohol-free alternative.
- Tips for those struggling with alcohol dependence.
It's as much about choosing what you want to put in as deciding what you're taking out
In this episode of Tribe Sober, Janet Gorond chats with Colette Safhill, founder of Myth Drinks, about her incredible journey to sobriety and the creation of her alcohol-free drinks company. Colette's story is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, highlighting the challenges she faced growing up with an alcoholic mother, enduring a stormy first marriage, and raising a colicky baby. Her early 20s were marked by heavy drinking, which escalated due to these personal struggles.
After a series of setbacks, including a car crash that led to her being sectioned under the Mental Health Act, Colette decided it was time to reclaim her life. She shares how she found strength in sobriety and the support systems that helped her along the way, including AA meetings and private health insurance for detoxification. Colette’s candid reflections on her journey offer a raw and honest look at the realities of overcoming addiction.
She also discusses the importance of creating a fulfilling life beyond alcohol and how she channelled her experiences into developing Myth Drinks. Her alcohol-free drinks aim to provide enjoyable alternatives without compromising on taste or quality. The episode wraps up with Colette sharing tips for those struggling with alcohol dependence and emphasising the value of community support. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on living an alcohol-free life, this episode is a must-listen.