Sarah Elizabeth

Sober Gratitudes

Sarah Elizabeth

  • S2: E11: “Ballad of A Sober Man: An ER Doctor's Journey of Recovery”

S2: E11: “Ballad of A Sober Man: An ER Doctor's Journey of Recovery”

Saturday 3rd October 2020

Dr. JD Remy shares his recovery journey and insights from his memoir 'Ballad of A Sober Man' with Sarah Elizabeth on 'Sober Gratitudes'.
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Sober Gratitudes
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Sarah Elizabeth
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Sobriety Success Stories
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Healing from the Inside Out: Dr. JD Remy's Sobriety Journey

I continued to pass board exams, run leadership meetings at the hospital, carry my weight at home, children's activities, social life, while all the time I was nipping, and I was nipping and I was gulping and keeping a buzz All Day Long.
Ever wondered what it's like for a doctor to face the same battles with addiction as their patients? In this episode of 'Sober Gratitudes', Sarah Elizabeth chats with Dr. JD Remy, an ER doctor who opens up about his path to sobriety in his memoir, 'Ballad of A Sober Man: An ER Doctor's Journey of Recovery'. Dr.
Remy doesn't hold back as he recounts the wake-up call that pushed him to seek help and how he found solace in the AA community. He also sheds light on the unique pressures of dealing with alcoholism while working in the medical field, where the stakes are high and the stigma is even higher. His candid conversation touches on the importance of journaling in his recovery process and the therapeutic journey of writing his memoir. Dr.
Remy's story is a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with addiction, emphasizing that recovery is possible no matter your profession. Tune in to hear how he navigated his way from the depths of addiction to a life of sobriety, proving that 'we're stronger together when we come together'.