Brad McLeod

Sober Motivation: Sharing Sobriety Stories

Brad McLeod

  • Navigating Dry July and Beyond

Navigating Dry July and Beyond

Monday 1st July 2024

Brad McLeod and guests share their experiences with 'Dry July', offering heartfelt stories and practical advice for maintaining a sober lifestyle.
62 minutes
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About this podcast

Sober Motivation: Sharing Sobriety Stories
Author:
Brad McLeod
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Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Dry July Survival Guide: Stories and Tips for Staying Sober

Episode Overview

  • Starting a sober lifestyle can be challenging but rewarding.
  • Support systems are crucial for maintaining sobriety.
  • Unexpected benefits include improved mental health and relationships.
  • Dealing with social situations can be awkward initially but gets easier.
  • Sharing your sobriety goals can help you stay accountable.
Feel proud of the fact that you're not drinking, that you're taking a 31-day break or whatever it might be.
Brad McLeod is back with another engaging episode of Sober Motivation, where he and four special guests tackle the challenges and rewards of 'Dry July'. This episode is packed with heartfelt stories and practical advice from those who have walked the path of sobriety. The guests share their personal journeys, offering a blend of humour and wisdom that makes the conversation both relatable and inspiring.
They discuss the initial hurdles of starting a sober lifestyle, the importance of support systems, and the unexpected benefits that come with staying alcohol-free. From dealing with social situations to sharing sobriety goals with others, this episode covers it all. You'll hear about the awkwardness of early social events without alcohol, compared to attending your first junior high dance, and how that feeling eventually fades.
The guests also highlight how sobriety has positively impacted their mental health and relationships, especially with their children. If you're curious about what it takes to stay sober or just need some motivation to keep going, this episode offers a wealth of encouragement and practical tips. Tune in to hear how these individuals have transformed their lives and how you can too. Ready to take the plunge into a sober lifestyle? This episode might just be the nudge you need.