Kayla Lyons on Finding Sobriety and Battling Anxiety
For me, sitting around and going well, I'm not deserving of this or that, or to be this person that people look up to because I did x, y and Z. It's like every fucking person who people have ever looked up to has done something shady.
Ever felt like alcohol was your only way to cope with anxiety? Kayla Lyons, the founder of 1000 Hours Dry, knows that feeling all too well. In this episode of 'Solid Proof', Kayla opens up about her personal journey from using alcohol as a crutch to embracing a life of sobriety. She shares how she came to realize that her drinking was a maladaptive coping mechanism for her anxiety, a revelation that changed her life forever.
Kayla dives into the normalization of drinking culture in college and society, exposing how it can be more harmful than we often acknowledge. She also highlights the importance of self-awareness and self-discovery in the path to recovery. With a candid approach, Kayla discusses breaking the stigma around addiction, owning up to past mistakes, and the illusion of alcohol as a solution. She talks about the power of community support and being kind to oneself as crucial elements in overcoming addiction.
Tune in to hear Kayla’s inspiring story of growth, gratitude, and thriving in sobriety. If you’re curious about how to tackle anxiety without leaning on alcohol, this episode is a must-listen.