Gillian Tietz: Finding Strength in Sobriety on The One You Feed
Quotes like garbage in, garbage out, or you are what you think ring true, and yet for many of us, our thoughts don t strengthen or empower us.
What does it take to embrace sobriety and build a life worth living? Gillian Tietz, host of the 'Sober Powered' podcast, joins Eric Zimmer on 'The One You Feed' to share her remarkable journey. With a background in biology and a successful career in biochemistry, Gillian's life took a transformative turn when she decided to get sober in 2019.
This pivotal decision led her to start 'Sober Powered', a top 50 mental health podcast that helps others understand addiction and develop the skills needed to stay sober. In this episode, Gillian opens up about the challenges she faced, from giving up instant gratifications like alcohol and TV to finding healthier coping mechanisms. She talks candidly about her realization that moderation wasn't the right path for her and how abstinence became her empowering choice.
Through her story, listeners can gain insights into the importance of self-reflection, self-awareness, and the support of sober communities. If you're on your own journey to sobriety or supporting someone who is, Gillian's experiences offer both inspiration and practical advice. Tune in to hear how she navigated her path and built a new life free from addiction.