Mike S
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Brie K. Age. 26 Sober: 12/16/19
Brie K. Age. 26 Sober: 12/16/19
Brie K. Age. 26 Sober: 12/16/19
Friday 5th April 2024
Brie K shares her journey to sobriety, making amends, and finding life beyond addiction in this insightful episode.
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57 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Brie K discusses making amends with a college friend.
- Explores chaotic college drinking experiences.
- Importance of sober living for recovery.
- Advice for navigating early sobriety.
- Balancing sobriety with a fulfilling life.
"I look at the program as a bridge back to life instead of my entire life."
In this episode, we dive into the transformative journey of Brie K, a young woman who embraced sobriety and has been navigating life without alcohol since December 16, 2019. Brie candidly shares her experiences, starting with making amends to a close friend from college. This friend was a pivotal figure during Brie's tumultuous times, often acting as a liaison between her and her mother during hospital visits.
Contrary to Brie's expectations that her friend would brush off the apology, the amends were met with emotional depth, highlighting the impact of Brie's past actions. Brie reflects on her college years, characterized by a mix of fun, chaos, and significant consequences due to her drinking habits. She recounts a vivid story of attending a fraternity formal, only to black out and miss the event entirely, waking up the next day with no recollection of the night's events.
Such experiences were a stark reminder of the grip alcohol had on her life. The episode further explores Brie's journey through sober living, a critical phase that served as a bridge back to normalcy. It was here that Brie began to envision a life without alcohol, finding joy in activities like hiking and bowling, which were previously overshadowed by drinking.
Brie emphasizes the importance of viewing sobriety as a bridge back to life rather than making it the entirety of one's existence. This perspective helped her maintain balance, allowing sobriety to be a significant part of her life without overshadowing other aspects that bring fulfillment. Throughout the episode, Brie shares advice for those in the early days of sobriety, suggesting unconventional approaches beyond typical recommendations, such as maintaining sobriety as a priority while gradually integrating it into a broader life context.
Listeners are encouraged to leave reviews and connect via email for further discussions, as the podcast continues to explore more stories of recovery in upcoming episodes.