Kate & Steph
Kate & Steph
How our Younger Years Influence our Drinking
How our Younger Years Influence our Drinking
How our Younger Years Influence our Drinking
Monday 25th March 2024
Hilary Phelps shares her journey from teenage drinking to 16 years of sobriety, highlighting the pressures of youth and the power of open communication.
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Episode Overview
- Childhood experiences can shape our relationship with alcohol.
- Open communication with children is crucial in preventing early drinking.
- Sobriety is a non-linear journey with ongoing challenges.
- Support systems play a vital role in recovery.
- Transforming lives through shared stories and mutual support.
Addiction is like hanging out with a best friend who's trying to kill you.
Ever wondered how your childhood experiences shape your relationship with alcohol? In this episode of The Sober Effect, hosts Kate and Steph dive into this fascinating topic with guest Hilary Phelps. Hilary, who has been sober for over 16 years, shares her journey from teenage drinking to finding her true self in sobriety. She opens up about the pressures she faced as a young swimmer and how those early experiences led her to seek solace in alcohol.
Now, she helps women every day to navigate their own paths to sobriety, offering a beacon of hope and understanding. The conversation touches on the importance of open communication with our children, the impact of societal pressures, and the non-linear nature of recovery. Kate and Steph also reflect on their own teenage drinking habits and how their experiences have shaped their parenting styles today.
By sharing these personal stories, they highlight the ripple effect of alcohol and the power of sobriety to transform lives. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that no one is alone in their journey, and that by supporting each other, we can all find our way to a healthier, happier life.