Sarah Hepola: The Journey Beyond Blackout and Embracing Sobriety
What you learn repeatedly and I would say, like thousands of times, is that those things that you thought were uniquely your own are shared by all these other people.
Ever wondered what happens after you achieve a lifelong dream? Sarah Hepola, the author of the best-selling memoir 'Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget', returns to The Recovery Revolution Podcast to share her post-publication journey. Hosted by Omar Pinto, this episode dives deep into Sarah's ongoing battle with addiction and her pursuit of self-acceptance and inner peace. Despite her success, Sarah candidly discusses the internal struggles that persist and how she navigates them.
She opens up about the myth of external fixes and how embracing vulnerability has been crucial in her sobriety. Sarah also touches on the complexities of dating while sober, balancing the need for companionship with self-care. Her story is a powerful reminder that recovery is an ongoing process, filled with highs and lows, and that authentic connections are key to sustaining sobriety. Tune in for an honest conversation that offers hope and insight for anyone on their own recovery journey.