Rebuilding After Heartbreak: Sonia Kahlon's Sobriety Journey
Episode Overview
Sonia shares her experience of starting a new life after a devastating breakup without turning to alcohol The importance of unlearning the need to be constantly strong and embracing vulnerability and community support Creating Everbloom, a space for leveraging support systems and giving and receiving support Exploring the impact of values and relationship dynamics in sobriety The power of resilience and growth in the face of adversity
I'm so grateful that I unlearned how to be that strong. And I learned how to really lean. This is sort of what Everbloom is about, right? Is I've learned how to leverage my support system and really let, I can't like, no one just wants to get support. They want to give it. Such a like, it's such a beautiful thing to learn to be sad and needy. So vulnerable and trusting and honest.
Heartbreak can feel like the end of the world, but for Sonia Kahlon, it was the beginning of a transformative journey. In this episode of the 'Sober Reference Podcast', Sonia opens up about navigating life after a crushing breakup without leaning on alcohol. Through candid reflections, she discusses what alcohol once gave her and what it ultimately took away. Sonia also delves into her fears before embracing sobriety and the internal and external challenges she faced along the way.
Her story is a powerful testament to resilience and the importance of community support. As the founder of EverBlume, an online meeting place for sober individuals, Sonia shares how creating a supportive environment can be crucial in maintaining sobriety. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with personal loss and seeking strength in sobriety. Tune in to hear how practicing gratitude and building a strong support network can lead to a fulfilling, alcohol-free life.