Brad McLeod
Brad McLeod
Meg's Journey from Gray Area Wine Drinking to sober curious to living a sober life.
Meg's Journey from Gray Area Wine Drinking to sober curious to living a sober life.
Meg's Journey from Gray Area Wine Drinking to sober curious to living a sober life.
Tuesday 12th March 2024
Meg shares her journey from gray area drinking to sobriety, discussing societal pressures, personal traumas, and the power of community support.
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Episode Overview
- Meg discusses her journey from gray area drinking to sobriety.
- She shares how societal pressures and personal traumas fueled her addiction.
- Meg talks about the impact of the 'mommy wine culture' on her drinking habits.
- She highlights the importance of community support in achieving sobriety.
- Celebrating small victories is crucial in the alcohol-free journey.
I realised I now was in a place because I took that permission slip from my therapist and said, oh, okay, well, I don’t really want to deal with this.
In this episode of Sober Motivation, Meg shares her heartfelt journey from a life entangled in 'gray area' drinking to embracing sobriety. Growing up in a culture obsessed with appearances and early exposure to alcohol, Meg's story is one of resilience and transformation. She opens up about her struggles with perfectionism, the pressures of life, and traumatic college experiences that shaped her complicated relationship with alcohol.
As she transitioned into adulthood, Meg found herself caught in the 'mommy wine culture,' where alcohol seemed like a necessary escape from life's challenges. A pivotal moment came when her drinking habits began to severely impact her life, leading her to seek help, only to be dismissed by a therapist. This episode is a candid look at how societal pressures and personal traumas can fuel addiction and the courage it takes to break free.
Meg's journey is not just about quitting alcohol but also about finding new ways to connect with herself and her loved ones. She discusses the importance of celebrating small victories and the transformative power of community support. If you're navigating your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, Meg's story offers valuable insights and encouragement.