Sober Motivation: Sharing Sobriety Stories - Hadley experienced relief from her first drink of alcohol at 14 and went from binge drinking in college to mommy wine culture.

Hadley experienced relief from her first drink of alcohol at 14 and went from binge drinking in college to mommy wine culture.

02/28/24 • 55 min

Sober Motivation: Sharing Sobriety Stories

In today’s episode, we have Hadley, who speaks about her first drink at 14 and how it would remain complicated until quitting at 41. As life progressed so did the drinking from the binge drinking culture in college to the mommy wine culture that followed. After another night of broken promises to herself about remaining present and aware at a party, she blacked out and the hangover lasted several days and the thoughts of quitting started to become more real. Hadley discusses how it was in a 2-year span that she was working on her relationship with alcohol and after a day drinking session at the lake house she began her journey of sobriety in August of 2021 and everything has changed since then. This is Hadley’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.

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Previous Episode

After losing his father in a drunk driving accident, Gregg felt different. Alcohol and drugs covered up the pain.

In this episode, we have Gregg who opens up about his tragic childhood marked by his father's death in a drunk driving accident and being raised by a single mother. He talks about his struggle with substance abuse, including dealing drugs, and numerous arrests. Eventually, Gregg relays the turning point in his life – an encounter with a priest who introduced him to a different way of living, which became the foundation of his recovery journey. Gregg highlights the importance of sobriety, recovery, and wellness in his life, discussing how he started the recovery program, Startup Recovery, as well as his realization about the need to work on himself and 'grow up' to be a good father and husband. With 29 years of sobriety, this is Gregg Champion’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.

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00:31 Guest Introduction: Greg's Early Life and Struggles

02:05 Greg's Journey Through High School

03:45 Greg's College Life and Early Adulthood

10:40 Gregg's Downward Spiral into Drug Dealing

13:02 Gregg's Arrests and Consequences

19:27 Gregg's Path to Recovery

21:59 A Life-Changing Encounter

22:34 First Steps Towards Sobriety

23:09 The Power of Belief and Positive Energy

23:21 The Role of Sponsorship in Recovery

23:32 The Impact of Removing the Middle Part

24:23 The Importance of Physical Fitness in Recovery

24:58 The Journey to the First Meeting

25:08 The Struggle of Trying to Get Sober Alone

26:10 The Turning Point: Fear of Going to Prison

28:37 The Power of Mentorship and Taking Suggestions

34:04 The Importance of Being Willing to Be Willing

34:36 The Journey to Wellness

37:06 The Challenges and Rewards of Working in Recovery

41:52 The Joy of Being a Sober Dad

42:16 Final Thoughts: The Importance of Doing the Inner Wo

Next Episode

Surviving Trauma and Embracing Sobriety: Johnny's Journey

In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Johnny Lawrence shares his path from an unstable and traumatic childhood to a fulfilling life of sobriety. Born into a mixed-race family subjected to domestic violence, Johnny found comfort in alcohol. However, he felt compelled to give up drinking when he became a father. Johnny discusses the details of sobriety, emphasizing resilience, honesty, and the importance of never giving up. He also shares his concept of 'The Four A's - Awareness, Accountability, Acceptance, and Action' to handle life changes. Johnny underlines that while the journey to sobriety can be challenging, the emotional resolution and personal insights gained make it worthwhile. This is Johnny’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Arrival

01:47 Guest's Early Life and Struggles

05:38 Turning Point and Leaving Home

12:52 Finding Solace in Wrestling

16:30 Becoming a Father and Facing Old Demons

22:30 The Journey to Sobriety

24:40 Understanding Emotional Regulation and Alcohol Cravings

25:26 The Journey of Sobriety: Relapses and Vulnerability