Rogue Media Network
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Jean McCarthy
Jean McCarthy
Jean McCarthy
Thursday 20th January 2022
Jean McCarthy shares her journey from high-functioning alcoholism to sobriety on 'The Payoff with Pete'. Listen for insights on societal pressures and recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Jean McCarthy: Balancing Life and Sobriety on The Payoff with Pete
I understood that solution all along, but I never saw him be dysfunctional. So I can assume through reasoning that perhaps I was hungover every day, but I didn't see it as that. I can feel it, I'm done and I would get dressed and go to work and then throughout the morning I literally would just be so excited: this is it.
Imagine juggling the demands of life while secretly battling high-functioning alcoholism. Jean McCarthy, an award-winning blogger and podcaster, opens up about her personal journey to sobriety in this episode of 'The Payoff with Pete'. Hosted by Pete Sousa, the conversation delves into the pressures society places on drinking and how Jean navigated these challenges to find a path to recovery. Jean shares candidly about the facade of having it all together while feeling like you're falling apart inside.
She talks about the pivotal role parenting played in her decision to quit drinking and offers a refreshing perspective on staying sober without relying on AA. Her insights into alcohol marketing and its impact on women are particularly eye-opening, shedding light on the subtle ways societal norms can influence our choices. Throughout the episode, Jean's warmth and compassion shine through, making her story not just relatable but deeply inspiring.
She provides practical advice for those looking to support loved ones in recovery, emphasizing the importance of keeping ego in check. Whether you're on your own sobriety journey or supporting someone who is, Jean's story is a powerful reminder that it's possible to thrive beyond addiction. Tune in to hear Jean McCarthy's heartfelt reflections and gain valuable insights into the multifaceted journey of sobriety.