Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#100 Life's Happiest When We're Sober (feat. My Mom) Part 1
#100 Life's Happiest When We're Sober (feat. My Mom) Part 1
#100 Life's Happiest When We're Sober (feat. My Mom) Part 1
Tuesday 15th October 2024
Join us for our 100th episode as we discuss the joys and challenges of sobriety with special guest, my mom. Reflecting on milestones and mental health.
39 minutes
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Author:
Madeline Forrest
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Categories:
Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Get the buttons here!Celebrating Sobriety: 100th Episode Milestone
Episode Overview
- Sobriety brings clarity and presence to daily life.
- Mental health care should be accessible and affordable.
- Family support enhances the sober journey.
- Reflecting on personal growth and milestones in sobriety.
- Sobriety allows for deep self-discovery and healing.
Life gets harder before it gets easier, but sobriety allows us to finally do our own work and focus on growth.
In this milestone 100th episode, the Happiest Sober Podcast brings a heartfelt conversation about the joys and challenges of sobriety, featuring a special guest appearance from the host's mother. As they celebrate this achievement, the discussion delves into the profound impacts sobriety has had on their lives, both individually and as a family. The episode begins with an acknowledgment of the struggle many face when seeking mental health care and therapy.
The host shares personal anecdotes about times when therapy would have been beneficial, emphasizing the importance of accessible and affordable mental health services. This sets the stage for introducing RULA, a service that partners with numerous insurance plans to provide affordable therapy options, making mental health care more attainable. The conversation then shifts to the celebration of sobriety milestones.
The host reflects on her own journey, marking four years of sobriety and the transformative effects it has had on her life. She shares intimate moments of initial struggles, such as waking up after deciding to quit drinking, and the immense relief and sense of accomplishment felt upon overcoming those challenges. This personal growth is highlighted as a key benefit of sobriety, allowing individuals to be fully present and engaged in their lives.
Family plays a significant role in the sober journey, as the host's mother discusses the shared experiences and new connections formed through sobriety. They reminisce about early days of sobriety and the support that came from being the only other sober member in the family. The episode underscores how sobriety not only enriches personal lives but also strengthens family bonds.
As they wrap up this engaging discussion, the host reveals that the episode will be split into two parts due to the wealth of insights shared. Listeners are encouraged to tune in next week for the continuation of this conversation. The episode concludes with gratitude for the community's support and excitement for the future of the podcast.
Ultimately, this episode serves as a moving testament to the happiness and fulfillment found in sobriety, encouraging listeners to embrace their own sober journeys and support one another along the way.