Farm Dreams & Sobriety: Kelly and Ryan Unplugged
Episode Overview
Kelly shares her journey of purchasing a homestead. Ryan reflects on a year of sobriety and changes in social life. Discussing the pressures of drinking in social settings. Kelly shares her birth trauma and healing process. Celebrating milestones and personal growth.
We're having fun. We're being vulnerable. I think in some ways, I know and you know that we were meant to spread the mission of Mocktails or Messy.
In the latest episode of 'Mocktails or Messy,' hosts Ryan Frankowski and Kelly Mizgorski welcome listeners to their first live session from the studio. Celebrating a milestone of 10,000 Instagram followers, the duo embarks on a lively discussion about personal growth, sobriety, and pursuing their dreams. Kelly opens up about her childhood dream come true—acquiring her very own homestead.
Her excitement is palpable as she talks about ordering chickens and planning for goats, alongside setting up vegetable gardens and berry patches. It's a step towards the farm life she's always envisioned. Meanwhile, Ryan shares his reflections on a year of sobriety and how it has impacted his dating life and social interactions. He explores the challenges and rewards of making mindful choices about drinking, discussing the often-unseen pressures people face in social situations that revolve around alcohol.
The conversation takes a turn as Kelly shares her experiences with birth trauma. She candidly recounts the difficulties she faced, the unexpected challenges, and the path to healing and acceptance. Her story sheds light on healthcare experiences that many women encounter but seldom discuss. Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize the importance of being true to oneself and evolving into better versions of themselves as they navigate their 30s.
They advocate for sobriety, mindful drinking, and creating spaces where people can enjoy themselves without the pressure to conform. As the episode wraps up, Ryan and Kelly express their gratitude to the audience for joining them on this journey. They encourage listeners to comment and connect if they share a similar mission towards mindful moderation or sobriety, reinforcing the supportive community they've built.