Louise Barham

Sober, Free and Being Me

Louise Barham

  • Jo from Reading - Almost 5 years sober

Jo from Reading - Almost 5 years sober

Wednesday 28th September 2022

Join Louise as she talks to Jo from Reading about nearly 5 years of sobriety, emotional growth, and the positive impacts on those around her.
22 minutes
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Empowering
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Sober, Free and Being Me
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Louise Barham
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Sobriety Success Stories
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Jo from Reading: Embracing Sobriety and Emotional Growth

Being emotionally available to her friends and family and being in touch with her emotions are some of the biggest gifts she's been given since getting sober.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to get sober in your early 20s? In this episode of 'Sober, Free and Being Me', host Louise Barham chats with Jo from Reading, who has been sober for nearly five years. Jo opens up about her initial fears of becoming dull and uninteresting without alcohol. Instead, she discovered a newfound emotional depth and availability that transformed her relationships with friends and family.
Jo and Louise dive into the misconceptions young people often have about sobriety, offering a refreshing perspective on what it means to live an alcohol-free life. They share laughs over the simple joys they now cherish, which they once overlooked. Jo emphasizes the importance of listening to your gut, staying accountable, and setting boundaries. She also highlights how her sobriety has positively impacted those around her, creating a ripple effect of well-being.
This episode is a heartfelt conversation filled with wisdom, practical advice, and a touch of humor, making it a must-listen for anyone on their own journey to sobriety or supporting someone who is.
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