Sober Courage Pod

On this episode I am discussing some of the challenges that I face as a parent of a tween, as the mean outbursts and crying spells have become almost an every day event! But these often difficult times have also turned into some huge learning experiences! I also include a short "not a commentary," commentary on the resent violence in the world. And I am doing a little name dropping...

Episode 10 of the Sober Courage Podcast was recorded on the beach at Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, while on vacation. In this wind & waves filled episode, I am sharing with you about my crazy, ego-filled, big-headed past escapades while drinking at the beach, and since vacations can be a bit challenging sober, I am also sharing some of my favorite tools for staying sober and enjoying the beach!

I have an awesome update about my son and our struggles to help him with his ADHD. I also share a great little story about how I caught a HUGE resentment against my dentist. Then I dive into the sometimes difficult topic of losing and finding myself on social media as I am trying not to compare myself to others, and that leads me right into the deep topic of labels and finding our own recovery identity.

Note: This episode was recorded before Memorial Day Holiday weekend... but do to some technical difficulties, it did not get posted. Nevertheless, I am posting it now. On this episode I am sharing with you about the amazing support that I continue to find on the internet from perfect strangers who help me find my voice (and balls) to advocate for my son. I also talk about doing new things in sobriety that I used to only do while drunk and I throw in some suggestions on keeping busy thru the long holiday weekend.

1 month ago I had a moment of clarity, and made one of the biggest decisions of my life - I filed for a separation/divorce. Now, I am trying to maneuver through the ever changing landscape of my life.