Brad McLeod

Sober Motivation: Sharing Sobriety Stories

Brad McLeod

  • Ali's Sobriety Story: Nothing Is Worth Drinking Alcohol Over

Ali's Sobriety Story: Nothing Is Worth Drinking Alcohol Over

Friday 6th June 2025

Ali shares her powerful story of overcoming addiction and finding new purpose in sobriety on the Sober Motivation Podcast.
62 minutes
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Sober Motivation: Sharing Sobriety Stories
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Brad McLeod
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Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Ali's Journey: Finding Strength Beyond Alcohol

Episode Overview

  • Growing up in a household affected by addiction can shape one's view on alcohol.
  • Sobriety opens up new opportunities and hobbies that were unimaginable before.
  • Support networks are crucial in maintaining sobriety.
  • Self-acceptance is an ongoing process in recovery.
  • Recovery requires continuous effort and embracing change.
"There is nothing worth drinking over, and sobriety has opened up different doors for me."
Ali's story on the Sober Motivation Podcast is a rollercoaster ride through the ups and downs of addiction and recovery. Growing up in a chaotic household with parents battling their own demons, Ali faced her share of struggles from an early age. She candidly talks about the fear that gripped her as a child, asking her classmates if she was going to die each day.
This haunting question followed her into adulthood, where alcohol became both an escape and a source of turmoil. Ali recounts her journey through multiple stints in rehab, painting a vivid picture of the cycle of addiction that many find themselves trapped in. From sneaking vodka bottles to a beer pong tournament to finding herself arrested for breaking and entering, Ali's experiences highlight the destructive path she was on.
Yet, amidst the chaos, there were moments of clarity that led her to seek help and change her life. A turning point came when Ali realised that sobriety offered her the chance to live a life full of new possibilities. Her story is one of perseverance, illustrating how she learned to embrace the tools of recovery and rebuild her life.
With humour and honesty, Ali shares how she picked up hobbies like photography and crafting, started two businesses, and even went back to school. Her journey is a testament to the power of resilience and the belief that nothing is worth drinking over. Ali's experiences serve as a reminder that recovery is not a one-time event but a continuous process. Her candid reflections offer hope and inspiration to anyone facing similar battles. So why not listen to Ali's story?
It might just be the motivation you need to keep moving forward.
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