Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy
Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy
115: Living an Alcohol Free Life Your Way with Mary Stuart
115: Living an Alcohol Free Life Your Way with Mary Stuart
115: Living an Alcohol Free Life Your Way with Mary Stuart
Monday 12th July 2021
Mary Stuart discusses her path to sobriety, highlighting resilience, creativity, and community support on 'You're Sober! Now What?'.
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Get the buttons here!Crafting Your Unique Path to Sobriety with Mary Stuart
I think they need to look at that rather than, oh, I'm back at Day One again, you know, cause I think people look at the numbers rather than thinking I've done something good previously.
Mary Stuart, an artist and writer hailing from Geelong, Victoria, Australia, shares her heartfelt journey to sobriety in this episode of 'You're Sober! Now What?'. Growing up in Melbourne, Mary was a painfully shy child, grappling with anxiety and a lack of self-confidence. As she entered adulthood, her insecurities and work stress led her down a path of excessive drinking.
Despite several attempts to quit, Mary found herself struggling until she decided to prepare for the right moment to embrace an alcohol-free life. Through trial and error, she discovered what worked for her and now lives a fulfilling sober life. In this episode, Mary opens up about her struggles and triumphs, offering valuable tools for those looking to carve out their own path to sobriety.
She emphasizes the importance of resilience and self-awareness in recovery, sharing how she learned to identify her triggers and manage stress without relying on alcohol. Mary's story also highlights the significance of positive self-talk and the pitfalls of comparing oneself to others. Creativity plays a pivotal role in Mary's recovery. She discusses how alcohol dulled her artistic talents and how sobriety has reignited her passion for art and writing.
By sharing her journey, Mary hopes to inspire others and underscore the power of community in recovery. This episode is a testament to the idea that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to sobriety. Whether you're just beginning your journey or have been on the path for some time, Mary's insights are sure to resonate and provide encouragement. Tune in to hear how she crafted her unique path to an alcohol-free life.