Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
288: Think you are too young to get sober?
288: Think you are too young to get sober?
288: Think you are too young to get sober?
Wednesday 16th October 2024
Explore the journey of getting sober young with Deb's inspiring story. Learn how community and connection can transform your life.
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35 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Deb's journey to sobriety started at age 29.
- Alcohol was a tool for connection and identity.
- Sobriety improved Deb's mental health and wellbeing.
- Building community was crucial for sustainable sobriety.
- Social experiences can be rewarding without alcohol.
You just have to show up and put your sobriety first and keep going.
In this engaging episode of the Soberful podcast, host Veronica Valli discusses the challenges and triumphs of achieving sobriety at a young age with her guest, Deb, who successfully became sober at 29. The conversation dives into Deb's personal journey, exploring how alcohol played a significant role in her identity during her university years in Newcastle, a city known for its vibrant drinking culture.
Deb candidly shares how her drinking habits were initially normalized and seen as a tool for social connection and excitement. However, as the consequences of her alcohol use began to surface, she realized the impact it had on her life. Deb explains that her relationship with alcohol was not characterized by daily consumption but rather by using it purposefully to enhance experiences and disconnect from her own thoughts.
This realization led her to seek change and pursue sobriety, a decision that has profoundly transformed her life. Over the past two years, Deb has embraced a lifestyle that prioritizes mental health and wellbeing, focusing on building connections and educating herself about the effects of alcohol and overall wellness. The episode emphasizes the importance of community and connection in maintaining sobriety.
Deb highlights how engaging with others in similar journeys and exploring broader aspects of wellbeing have been instrumental in her personal growth. Veronica and Deb also discuss the renewed sense of energy and enthusiasm that comes with living alcohol-free, sharing anecdotes about social activities and dancing, illustrating that life can be fulfilling and fun without alcohol.
Veronica encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences and to consider how sobriety might positively impact their lives, reinforcing that anyone can achieve it by putting their sobriety first and continuously showing up for themselves. Deb's story serves as an inspiring testament to the transformative power of sobriety, especially for those who feel they might be too young to start their journey.