Beth Bowen
Beth Bowen
"Prioritizing Mental Health" with Brittany Kay of @heybrittkay
"Prioritizing Mental Health" with Brittany Kay of @heybrittkay
"Prioritizing Mental Health" with Brittany Kay of @heybrittkay
Friday 15th July 2022
Brittany Kay talks with Beth Bowen about how sobriety has reshaped her mental health journey and inspired her to pursue counseling.
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Get the buttons here!Brittany Kay: Sobriety, Mental Health, and Finding Her Path
And I think that we're really intuitive and we have good gut feelings about what is and what isn't right for us. But we have so many external stories, we have so many external messages that we're receiving about alcohol that it's easy to second-guess that.
Ever wondered how sobriety can reshape your mental health journey? In this episode of 'Sober Stories', host Beth Bowen chats with Brittany Kay, a dynamic voice in the sobriety community. Brittany opens up about her path to sobriety, which began after battling Adderall addiction. Her story is one of trial and error, particularly as she navigated getting sober in her 20s.
Brittany's journey didn't stop there; it led her to pursue a graduate degree in counseling, driven by a desire to help others facing similar struggles. Beth and Brittany delve into the nuances of sobriety, including how Brittany's relationship with the 12-steps has evolved. They also discuss the challenges and joys of vacationing while sober and setting boundaries to maintain sobriety.
Brittany shares how going public with her story on social media has created a ripple effect, inspiring others and building a supportive community. The conversation highlights the importance of trusting one's intuition in sobriety decisions. Brittany emphasizes listening to that inner voice, especially when external messages about alcohol can cloud judgment. She talks about the confidence and curiosity she has gained over time, underscoring the gift and difficulty of living alcohol-free.
For anyone on a sobriety journey or interested in mental health, this episode offers a blend of inspiration and practical insights. It underscores the power of community and the impact of sharing our stories. Tune in to hear Brittany's compelling narrative and discover how sobriety has shaped her life and mental health.