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Sober Stories from Everyday People

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Sober Stories: Jen

Monday 15th January 2024

Join Jen from Shepperton as she shares her seven-month journey to sobriety, highlighting the role of community support and embracing an alcohol-free life.
59 minutes
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Sober Stories from Everyday People
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Sobriety Success Stories
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Jen's Journey: Finding Strength and Sobriety Amidst Motherhood

Episode Overview

  • Jen shares her 7-month sobriety journey and the challenges she faced with alcohol
  • She highlights the pivotal role of the THRIVE Sober community in her sobriety
  • Jen discusses the impact of societal drinking norms and the importance of finding a supportive community
  • She emphasises the significance of alcohol-free alternatives and the positive impact of embracing a sober lifestyle
  • Jen provides insights and tips for navigating the early stages of sobriety and finding community support
I think there is so much comfort in being able to relate to someone's story and think, 'Well if they can do it, then why can't I do it?'
Imagine juggling motherhood with three kids under four while battling an alcohol habit. Jen from Shepperton, Middlesex, shares her remarkable story in this episode of 'Sober Stories from Everyday People'. At 35, Jen reached seven months of sobriety by January 2024. Her relationship with alcohol began in university, where she quickly discovered she had no 'off' button. Drinking turned into a daily habit, and attempts at moderation fell short. The turning point?
Her wife was expecting their third child, prompting Jen to quit for good. Jen’s decision surprised many, but the support she found in the THRIVE Sober online community was pivotal. She talks about the clarity, patience, and joy that sobriety has brought into her life. Jen also shares her top tips for those on a similar path: find a supportive community, explore alcohol-free alternatives, and use a tracker app like Try Dry to monitor progress.
Jen’s story is a testament to the power of community and the positive changes that come with embracing a sober lifestyle.