Deb, Mocktail Mom
Deb, Mocktail Mom
Ep 14: Meet Michelle Smith: Living Out Loud Without Alcohol
Ep 14: Meet Michelle Smith: Living Out Loud Without Alcohol
Ep 14: Meet Michelle Smith: Living Out Loud Without Alcohol
Wednesday 12th April 2023
Michelle Smith joins Deb to discuss overcoming alcohol addiction and finding joy in sobriety on 'Thriving Alcohol-Free with Mocktail Mom'.
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Get the buttons here!Living Out Loud: Michelle Smith's Journey to Joyful Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Reflecting on societal pressures and personal experiences with alcohol addiction
- Sharing insights on navigating motherhood and work-life balance while choosing sobriety
- Encouraging self-awareness and exploring the transformative power of living alcohol-free
- Offering practical advice and heartfelt anecdotes for those considering sobriety
- Empowering listeners to embrace authentic freedom and find support on their sobriety journey
Self-awareness is the biggest piece: lean in and just test drive it, get some information, listen to podcasts, know that you're not alone and the rest is history.
Imagine battling the pressures of 'mommy juice' culture while trying to keep it all together. That's exactly what Michelle Smith, a bestselling author and founder of Recovery is the New Black, faced before she found her way to sobriety. In this episode of 'Thriving Alcohol-Free with Mocktail Mom', Deb sits down with Michelle to uncover the real story behind her alcohol-free life.
Michelle opens up about her struggles with alcohol addiction, which often looked like harmless overindulgence but was actually a coping mechanism for life's stresses. Since getting sober in 2016, Michelle has become a beacon of hope for many women, blending her personal recovery journey with her professional expertise as a mental health and addiction advocate. She’s been featured on platforms like The Today Show and TEDx, making waves in normalizing sobriety in a society that often glamorizes drinking.
This episode isn't just about quitting alcohol; it's about embracing life fully and authentically. Deb and Michelle dive into the challenges and triumphs of motherhood, work-life balance, and the incredible freedom that comes with choosing sobriety. Their conversation is filled with practical tips, heartfelt stories, and genuine encouragement for anyone considering an alcohol-free lifestyle. Whether you're already on your sober journey or just curious about it, Michelle's story offers a refreshing perspective on living joyfully without alcohol.