Sobriety Sucks

Sobriety Sucks

Sobriety Sucks

  • WE STAND WITH BLACK LIVES MATTER

WE STAND WITH BLACK LIVES MATTER

Thursday 4th June 2020

Jack and Meredith share their experiences on prioritizing sobriety during social and political upheaval. Tune in for heartfelt insights and practical advice.
Explicit
26 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Compassionate
Thought-provoking
Raw

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Sobriety Sucks
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Staying Sober in a Turbulent World: Insights from 'Sobriety Sucks'

But lately, with the scope of everything going on, the national scope makes me think: who gives a fuck if I can't be sober like I should be? Right now, you know I'm not a front lines type guy. But yeah, just like a lot of guilt about that, but still trying to prioritize my sobriety through it, because I know that whenever I don't prioritize it, I am miserable.
In a world that's often chaotic and unpredictable, maintaining sobriety can feel like an uphill battle. In this episode of 'Sobriety Sucks', hosts Jack and Meredith open up about their personal journeys of staying sober amidst the Black Lives Matter movement and other pressing social and political issues. They candidly discuss the emotional weight of activism and the guilt that sometimes accompanies it, while also emphasizing the necessity of prioritizing one's well-being during these turbulent times.
Through heartfelt stories and honest reflections, they explore how to balance activism with sobriety, and the crucial role that Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and accurate information play in this delicate equilibrium. They also highlight the life-saving importance of access to naloxone and Narcan to prevent overdoses. Jack and Meredith's conversation is a blend of empathy, practical advice, and raw honesty, offering listeners a relatable and supportive perspective on maintaining sobriety in challenging circumstances.
If you're looking for a podcast that doesn't shy away from the tough stuff but still manages to inject some humor and hope, 'Sobriety Sucks' is worth your time.