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One For The Road

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  • Allie Bailey - Emotional Sobriety

Allie Bailey - Emotional Sobriety

Friday 13th February 2026

Allie Bailey shares her journey of emotional sobriety with SoberDave, discussing life beyond quitting alcohol and finding joy in unexpected places.
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76 minutes
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Allie Bailey on Emotional Sobriety: Beyond the Applause

Episode Overview

  • Sobriety is more than just quitting alcohol; it's about self-discovery.
  • Emotional sobriety involves facing life's challenges head-on.
  • Nature can be a powerful tool for healing and finding peace.
  • Building genuine relationships is key to maintaining sobriety.
  • Personal growth continues long after the initial decision to stop drinking.
"Your personality doubles and doubles until it's like 10 times you."
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of emotional sobriety with Allie Bailey, an ultrarunner and award-winning coach. In this episode of 'One For The Road,' host David Wilson, also known as SoberDave, reconnects with Allie to discuss life beyond the initial applause of quitting alcohol. The conversation takes a raw and honest look at the complexities of emotional sobriety, the part of recovery that's often left in the shadows.
Allie shares her journey from being a functioning alcoholic in the music industry to running 100 miles across frozen terrains and finding solace in nature. With candid humour and authenticity, she talks about the struggles of self-discovery and maintaining sobriety in a world that often romanticises alcohol. The episode is a reminder that sobriety is more than just not drinking—it's about finding who you truly are and embracing life's challenges with open eyes.
So, what does it take to maintain emotional sobriety and find joy in the little things? Tune in to find out.
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