Sebastian's Sobriety: A Young Man's Quest for a Brighter Future
Episode Overview
Sebastian shares his six-month sobriety journey and the impact of losing his mum to cancer He discusses the challenges and triggers he faced during his transition to a sober lifestyle Sebastian highlights the importance of purpose, building a support network, and normalizing sobriety in different social settings He offers valuable advice on setting goals, social achievements, and finding resilience in sobriety Sebastian's story showcases the transformative power of sobriety and the positive changes it can bring
So many people focus on time, you know, like get to 30 days or get to three months or get to, you know, time. Yeah. Yeah, because there's got to be social achievements as well because that's a big part of it. And normality achievements, feeling normal in so many different situations.
Meet Sebastian, a 24-year-old from Bolton with a story that's both touching and inspiring. Six months into his sobriety journey, Sebastian joins Sassy Sober Mum on this episode of 'Sober Stories from Everyday People' to share his experiences. Losing his mum to cancer two years ago was a turning point for him, leading him to commit to a year without alcohol.
His journey is not just about abstaining from drinking; it's about raising awareness for mental health, cancer, and the benefits of an alcohol-free life. He’s also been inspired by health mentors he met on BBC3's 'Go Hard or Go Home' TV show. Sebastian's candidness and humor make this episode a must-listen. He discusses the unique challenges young people face when they decide to stop drinking and how his life has changed for the better since making this decision.
While he’s unsure what will happen after his 12-month challenge, one thing is clear: sobriety has already brought immense positive changes to his life. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that might just inspire you to consider your own relationship with alcohol.