Steve Bennet-Martin
Steve Bennet-Martin
What Doesn't Kill You... ft. Alex
What Doesn't Kill You... ft. Alex
What Doesn't Kill You... ft. Alex
Thursday 30th December 2021
Steve interviews Alex about his pandemic sobriety journey in 'gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast'. Learn about identity, resilience, and finding support.
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33 minutes
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Steve Bennet-Martin
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Alex's Pandemic Sobriety: Strength in Struggles
But just like it really helps me every time I hear it, and like that's a saying, I guess, like what doesn't kill you makes you stronger, but through the pandemic and through sobriety like damn, it really helped me.
How do you find strength in the darkest times? In this episode of 'gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast', host Steve Martin-Bennet chats with Alex about his journey to sobriety during the pandemic. Alex, who comes from a family with a history of addiction, initially avoided alcohol in high school but later indulged while studying abroad in Amsterdam.
The pandemic, coupled with his job at a grocery store, led to depression and traumatic experiences, pushing him to quit drinking in May. Through his story, Alex shares how he found gratitude and support in sobriety, offering advice for those curious about quitting alcohol or newly sober. He emphasizes the importance of connecting with people who uplift you. Steve and Alex also dive into how identity plays a role in addiction and recovery, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community.
Alex's mantra, 'what doesn't kill you makes you stronger', serves as a beacon of hope for anyone facing similar struggles. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of resilience, offering insights on overcoming depression, trauma, and finding gratitude amidst challenges.