Kristen

Remember Your Why

Kristen

  • I get to live life now.

I get to live life now.

Thursday 4th July 2024

Join Kristen and Steve as they discuss his journey from alcohol addiction to sobriety, highlighting the struggles, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way.
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56 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive

About this podcast

Remember Your Why
Author:
Kristen
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episodes:
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Steve's Journey: From Addiction to a Life Worth Living

Episode Overview

  • Steve shares his journey from his first drink at 19 to achieving sobriety in March 2021.
  • Discusses the insidious nature of alcohol and its impact on his life.
  • Highlights the importance of understanding alcohol's effects on the body.
  • Emphasises making better decisions and being present with loved ones in sobriety.
  • Explores mental health aspects of addiction and recovery.
When you drink, you rob yourself of the good and the bad right you don't get to keep any of it.
Ever wondered what life could be like without alcohol? In this episode of 'Remember Your Why', Kristen sits down with Steve, a podcaster and alcohol addiction recovery coach who has been sober since March 2021. Steve shares his journey from his first drink at 19 to the depths of addiction and the hard-fought battle to sobriety.
He opens up about the insidious nature of alcohol, how it made him feel included and outgoing, but eventually took over his life, leading to daytime drinking and constant cravings. Steve's story is raw and honest, highlighting the creativity and effort it took to maintain his addiction and the significant changes he had to make to reclaim his life. You'll hear about his struggles with accountability, the blur of his 30s, and the regret that sometimes lingers.
But more importantly, Steve talks about the joy and fulfilment he now experiences in sobriety. He discusses the importance of time, being present with loved ones, and making better decisions. His insights into mental health and addiction are eye-opening, as he emphasises the importance of understanding what alcohol does to your body and mind. Steve's journey is a testament to the power of change and the beautiful things that can happen when you give yourself a chance.
Tune in for a conversation that's both inspiring and relatable, filled with moments of laughter and deep reflection. If you're looking for a story of hope and resilience, this episode is a must-listen.