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My Journey to Sobriety - with Clive Vanderwagen
My Journey to Sobriety - with Clive Vanderwagen
My Journey to Sobriety - with Clive Vanderwagen
Saturday 28th August 2021
Join Clive Vanderwagen as he recounts his journey to sobriety, highlighting the role of discipline, support, and celebrating milestones on Tribe Sober.
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Get the buttons here!Clive Vanderwagen's Sobriety Journey: Overcoming the Allure of Alcohol
Walking away from you is strength. I will no longer remember what you made me feel like I could be. I will remember how walking away from you made me choose to be the person I want to be: to stand in my own strength and power, celebrate my flaws, sit with the pain of my past and remain determined to be the man I choose to be rather than the man I let you make me believe I could be.
Have you ever wondered how early experiences shape our relationship with alcohol? In this episode of Tribe Sober, Janet chats with Clive Vanderwagen, a business and leadership coach who also happens to be a wine expert. Clive's introduction to wine came at a young age, courtesy of his father, who believed that making alcohol less 'forbidden' would reduce its allure. But as Clive reflects, this approach was somewhat naive.
Now, as an adult, he understands the complexities of alcohol dependency and shares how he would handle things differently if he were a parent. Clive's story is a familiar one for many. Feeling invincible in his youth, he didn't realize how alcohol slowly took hold of his life. It wasn't until he tried to cut down that he recognized the depth of his dependency.
Through candid conversation, Clive discusses the importance of taking regular breaks from drinking to assess one's relationship with alcohol. What sets Clive's journey apart is his emphasis on discipline and support. He talks about the crucial role his supportive partner played in his sobriety and how celebrating milestones helped him stay motivated. Clive also shares his powerful 'goodbye to alcohol' letter, a heartfelt message that encapsulates his resolve to lead an alcohol-free life.
For anyone grappling with the romanticized view of alcohol, Clive's story is a beacon of hope. He highlights the importance of avoiding triggers and staying vigilant in maintaining sobriety. His journey underscores the strength it takes to walk away from alcohol and the pride that comes with living a sober life. Tune in to hear Clive's inspiring story and gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of sobriety.