The Bubble Hour
The Bubble Hour
Patrick from Ireland
Patrick from Ireland
Patrick from Ireland
Monday 4th March 2019
Join Patrick from Ireland as he shares his inspiring journey to sobriety in a culture steeped in alcohol. Hear his story on The Bubble Hour.
63 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Patrick's Journey: Sobriety in the Heart of Irish Culture
It has taken a year, but it's been every day.
Imagine living in a place where alcohol is woven into the very fabric of society. That's the backdrop for Patrick from Ireland, who joins Jean McCarthy on The Bubble Hour to share his compelling story of sobriety. Married with three children, Patrick seemed like any other regular guy until he realized his growing addiction to alcohol needed addressing. His journey reveals that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to overcoming addiction.
As he nears his first sober-birthday, Patrick opens up about the unique challenges he faced in an alcogenic culture and the survival strategies that helped him stay alcohol-free. From dealing with societal pressures to navigating personal struggles like fertility issues and exhaustion, Patrick's story is both relatable and inspiring. He emphasizes the importance of finding the right mix of support and information, along with being kind and patient with oneself.
His candid reflections offer hope and encouragement to anyone facing similar battles. Tune in to hear Patrick's heartfelt journey and discover the power of self-compassion and community in maintaining sobriety.