Brad McLeod
Brad McLeod
Breaking Chains: Ian's 34-Year Battle with Alcohol to Sobriety
Breaking Chains: Ian's 34-Year Battle with Alcohol to Sobriety
Breaking Chains: Ian's 34-Year Battle with Alcohol to Sobriety
Tuesday 4th November 2025
Ian shares his 34-year battle with alcohol, offering insights into sobriety's transformative power.
71 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Community support is crucial for recovery.
- Self-forgiveness is key to moving forward.
- Setting positive examples impacts children.
- Sobriety brings clarity and better relationships.
- Fear of losing social ties is often unfounded.
Unless you get your shit together, nothing will ever be right. Unless you're right, nothing will be right.
Witness the remarkable journey of Ian, who shares his 34-year battle with alcohol on the Sober Motivation Podcast. From a childhood steeped in a culture of drinking to his struggles through failed marriages and professional challenges, Ian opens up about his path to sobriety. He recounts how the societal norm of alcohol consumption was ingrained in him from a young age, leading to a life where booze seemed like a superpower.
However, the turning point came when he realised that true happiness and success lay in breaking free from alcohol's grip. Ian's story is a testament to the transformative power of self-forgiveness, community support, and the courage to change. His candid reflections on the impact of his past choices on his children and the importance of setting a positive example are both moving and motivational.
This episode offers valuable insights into the struggles and triumphs of sobriety, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own relationships with alcohol. As Ian shares his newfound clarity and gratitude, you'll find inspiration in his journey towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. Are you ready to explore what life could be like without alcohol?
Listen to Ian's story and consider what changes you might make today.