Cait Madry

CLEARHEADED: your sober-care podcast

Cait Madry

  • Queer & Sober

Queer & Sober

Monday 5th June 2023

Join Cait and Sara as they discuss sobriety and sexuality in the LGBTQIA+ community, sharing candid stories and valuable insights on 'CLEARHEADED'.
32 minutes
Empowering
Honest
Supportive
Raw
Informative

About this podcast

CLEARHEADED: your sober-care podcast
Author:
Cait Madry
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episodes:
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Queer & Sober: Navigating Sobriety and Sexuality in the LGBTQIA+ Community

Episode Overview

  • Sobriety and sexual exploration are not linear processes
  • The importance of creating safe spaces for self-acceptance
  • Navigating relationships while managing sobriety
  • Challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ community in substance misuse
  • The fluidity of labels and identities
I think it's really normal to have a go back to one or the other at first. Sobriety and sexual explorations aren't always linear journeys; they are a salsa dance, a cha-cha-cha with realizing things. It's a reminder that labels and sexual identity are for you and you only.
Ever thought about how sobriety and sexuality intersect, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community? This episode of 'CLEARHEADED' dives right into that. Cait and Sara kick things off with some eye-opening statistics on how alcohol and substance misuse disproportionately affect LGBTQIA+ individuals. But it’s not all about numbers; it’s about real lives and real stories. They share their personal journeys, revealing the ups and downs of both sobriety and sexual exploration.
It’s a candid chat that underscores the importance of creating safe spaces where people can be their true selves without fear or judgment. The conversation touches on the fluidity of labels, whether it’s about sexual orientation or sobriety, and emphasizes that neither journey is straightforward. If you’re curious about how to manage relationships while navigating these complex paths, this episode is packed with insights and relatable anecdotes.
Cait and Sara’s honest discussion offers a raw look at the intertwined paths of sobriety and sexual identity, making it a must-listen for anyone in or supporting the LGBTQIA+ community.