James Swanwick

Alcohol-Free Lifestyle

Sarah Connelly

  • What My Friends Said After I Quit And How I Dealt With It - Sarah Connelly

What My Friends Said After I Quit And How I Dealt With It - Sarah Connelly

Thursday 23rd November 2023

Sarah Connelly recounts her early sobriety challenges and unexpected reactions from friends. Tune in for an inspiring journey on the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle podcast.
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Sarah Connelly's Brave First Steps to Sobriety: What Friends Really Said

Episode Overview

  • Sarah's experience of facing social pressure and unexpected encounters with old drinking friends
  • Her unwavering resolve and self-discovery convey a powerful message of confidence and self-worth
  • Inspiring insights on overcoming fear of judgment and societal pressures
  • Navigating the challenges of an alcohol-free lifestyle
  • Embracing personal values and empowerment
I get that we all want to be liked, we all want to be accepted and part of the group, but at what cost? And as I became clearer and clearer about what I wanted and what I valued in my own life, the thoughts, judgments and criticisms and comments from other people just became white noise.
Picture this: it's your last day in rehab, and you decide to meet a friend for drinks. Sounds terrifying, right? Sarah Connelly takes us through this nerve-wracking experience in a gripping episode that sheds light on the social hurdles of quitting alcohol. She bravely recounts her early days of sobriety, where she faced unexpected reactions from friends and the ever-present social pressure to drink. But what did her friends actually say? Spoiler alert: it wasn't what she expected.
Sarah's journey is a testament to resilience and the power of self-worth. Her story is filled with moments of self-discovery and the kind of confidence that can only come from facing your fears head-on. If you're anxious about how your social circle will react to your decision to stop drinking, Sarah's experience offers a reassuring perspective. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with the fear of judgment while navigating their own path to sobriety.