Nelson H.
Nelson H.
Hey... we're alive, right?
Hey... we're alive, right?
Hey... we're alive, right?
Tuesday 28th June 2022
Nelson H. shares heartfelt reflections on finding gratitude and humor in sobriety after losing a friend to addiction on LOL Sober.
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Get the buttons here!Gratitude and Laughter in Sobriety: Nelson H.'s Heartfelt Reflections
I think if my sober plan Every Day was to just wake up and whisper to myself: wake up, sleepyhead, aren't you glad you're not dead? That does rhyme, though I didn't even think about that. Wake up, sleepyhead, aren't you glad you're not dead?
Imagine stumbling upon an old funeral card of a friend who didn't make it through recovery. That's exactly what happened to Nelson H., and it sparked a deeply moving episode of 'LOL Sober'. Nelson reflects on the gut-wrenching pain of losing someone to addiction and the crucial importance of staying sober. He recalls a meeting where he aired out some tough, non-life-threatening issues he was facing.
An old-timer approached him with a solemn look and said, 'Hey… at least you’re not dead. You got that going for you!' That simple statement, followed by a big smile, surprisingly helped Nelson shift his perspective. In this episode, Nelson also touches on the harrowing stories of relapse he's heard at recent meetings, serving as stark reminders of the dangers of addiction.
Despite the grim topics, Nelson's humor shines through as he shares his catchy phrase: 'Wake up, sleepyhead, aren't you glad you're not dead?'. This phrase helps him—and potentially others—find a bit of levity in the daily struggle to stay sober. Through his reflections, Nelson inspires listeners to find gratitude and humor in their own recovery journeys.
He emphasizes focusing on the positives and staying committed to sobriety, suggesting that anyone can find joy and fulfillment in life without drugs or alcohol. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a heartfelt and humorous perspective on the ups and downs of sobriety.