Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#91 Dealing with Feeling Left Out in Sobriety
#91 Dealing with Feeling Left Out in Sobriety
#91 Dealing with Feeling Left Out in Sobriety
Tuesday 13th August 2024
Explore feeling left out in sobriety with Madeline Forrest's heartfelt tips and stories. Embrace change and find genuine connections beyond the glass.
27 minutes
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Madeline Forrest
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Feeling left out in sobriety is normal and valid.
- Mocktails can help maintain a sense of inclusion.
- True belonging comes from genuine connections.
- Challenge the meaning attached to alcohol.
- Reward yourself with activities that bring joy.
"I belong because I belong, because I do, because this is my family or these are my friends."
Feeling left out in sobriety can be a tough nut to crack, and Madeline Forrest knows it all too well. In this episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast, she shares her personal journey of tackling those pesky feelings of exclusion when she first embarked on her sober path. Madeline opens up about how alcohol once felt like the glue that held social bonds together, making her feel included and connected.
But as she took a step back from drinking, she found herself navigating uncharted waters, grappling with the fear of missing out. Madeline's candid reflections highlight the importance of embracing the discomfort and acknowledging that it's perfectly normal to feel left out. She stresses the value of finding alternatives to alcohol, like mocktails, to maintain a sense of inclusion in social settings.
Over time, she discovered that true belonging doesn't hinge on what's in your glass but rather on genuine connections with friends and family. For those struggling with these feelings, Madeline offers practical tips to help ease the transition. She encourages listeners to ask themselves what they truly want to be part of and to challenge the meaning they've attached to alcohol. Her advice is to focus on rewarding oneself with activities that bring joy and fulfilment.
Madeline's story is a reminder that while the journey may be challenging, it's also a brave and transformative experience. The episode serves as a beacon of hope for anyone feeling isolated in their sobriety, offering support and encouragement along the way. Dive into this heartfelt discussion and find comfort in knowing you're not alone on this path.