1-Year Soberversary: Kerry Hooper & Lisseth Hazim Celebrate Milestones and Self-Love
No one told me, you know it's like I knew that I was having all this anxiety and bad sleep and stuff like that. And so I'm trying to be like a little bit more like out with my sobriety, just because I feel like if someone like me, was struggling and could see someone who seems to have their act together and you know a family and all of the things that we want in life, and they struggled and they're, you know, they're out about it.
Imagine hitting that one-year mark of sobriety – a moment filled with mixed emotions, triumphs, and reflections. In this heartwarming episode of 'I Kissed Alcohol Goodbye', host Dana Michael Krull chats with two inspiring women, Kerry Hooper and Lisseth Hazim, as they celebrate their 1-year soberversary. Kerry and Lisseth bring an infectious energy to the conversation, making it a must-listen for anyone on their own journey to sobriety.
They dive into what it feels like to reach this significant milestone, sharing both the highs and the challenges they've faced along the way. The discussion is honest and raw, touching on their initial fears of relapse and how they've managed to stay strong with the support of the Reframe and AA communities. One of the most powerful parts of the episode is when Kerry and Lisseth talk about learning to love themselves without alcohol.
They discuss how crucial it is to be comfortable in your own skin and how sobriety has helped them achieve that self-acceptance. Dana, as always, provides thoughtful insights from his own experiences, making the conversation even richer. The episode also tackles the dangers of trying to moderate drinking instead of quitting entirely, and the importance of overcoming imposter syndrome in recovery. With a blend of wisdom and personal anecdotes, Kerry and Lisseth offer valuable advice for anyone navigating early sobriety.
This episode is a celebration of resilience, connection, and the transformative power of self-love. Whether you're newly sober or supporting someone who is, you'll find plenty of motivation and hope in their stories.