Cassi Corona

Not Your Drinking Buddy

Cassi Corona

  • When to Exit Substance use with Ray

When to Exit Substance use with Ray

Friday 28th June 2024

Ray shares his journey to sobriety, offering inspiration and practical advice on overcoming addiction in this heartfelt episode of Not Your Drinking Buddy.
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43 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Supportive
Encouraging
Authentic

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Not Your Drinking Buddy
Author:
Cassi Corona
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Sobriety Success Stories
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Finding Strength in Sobriety: Ray's Journey

Episode Overview

  • Ray shares his raw and honest journey to sobriety.
  • The impact of working in the hospitality industry on substance use.
  • How the COVID-19 pandemic became a turning point for Ray.
  • The importance of finding a supportive community and therapy.
  • Need for more representation in recovery spaces.
You hear oftentimes it's like you know it's hard to be sober but it's also hard to be drunk off your ass... choose your hard
Ever wondered when it's the right time to step away from substance use? In this episode of Not Your Drinking Buddy, host Cassi Corona chats with Ray, the host of Stack'n'Days, about his journey to sobriety. Ray shares his raw and honest story, from growing up in a challenging household to navigating the pressures of the hospitality industry. His experiences are both relatable and inspiring, offering a unique perspective on the struggles and triumphs of getting sober.
Ray talks about hitting rock bottom during the COVID-19 pandemic and how that became a turning point for him. He also highlights the importance of finding a supportive community and seeking help from therapists who understand your background. The conversation touches on the nuances of sobriety, especially for people of colour, and the need for more representation in recovery spaces.
If you're looking for a dose of motivation or just want to hear an authentic story about overcoming addiction, this episode is a must-listen. It's filled with heartfelt moments, practical advice, and a sense of camaraderie that makes you feel less alone in your journey. So why not give it a listen and see how Ray's story might resonate with you?