Andrew's Path from Darkness to Light: A Story of Sobriety and Self-Discovery
Everyone's story is different, yeah, but there definitely is hope if you put in the work.
What happens when a truck driver, dad, and husband decides he's had enough of the darkness alcohol brings? Meet Andrew from Victoria, who found himself in some pretty dark places due to bottling up his emotions and turning to alcohol. In this episode of 'How I Quit Alcohol', host Danni Carr chats with Andrew about his journey from breakdown to breakthrough.
With the support of his loving wife, Andrew realized that alcohol was worsening his struggles and made the courageous decision to quit. Over a year sober now, Andrew shares how he moved from low self-worth to self-love, happiness, and health. He even managed to come off his anti-depressants. This is a powerful story of hope and transformation. Andrew's experience is a testament to the possibility of pulling oneself out of the darkest places.
However, please be aware that this episode discusses suicidal thoughts, which might be distressing for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to Lifeline on 131114. Tune in to hear Andrew's inspiring journey and discover how daily practices like meditation and breath work have helped him maintain his sobriety.