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FULL EPISODE: Dating, Anxiety, and Finding Joy in Sobriety with Madeline Forrest from Happiest Sober
FULL EPISODE: Dating, Anxiety, and Finding Joy in Sobriety with Madeline Forrest from Happiest Sober
FULL EPISODE: Dating, Anxiety, and Finding Joy in Sobriety with Madeline Forrest from Happiest Sober
Wednesday 26th February 2025
Madeline Forrest shares her journey from anxious drinker to confident sober woman, discussing dating, anxiety, and finding joy in sobriety.
81 minutes
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Nadine Mulvina
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Finding Joy in Sobriety: Maddie's Journey from Anxiety to Confidence
Episode Overview
- Maddie's transformation from anxious drinker to confident sober woman.
- Challenges and triumphs of dating while sober.
- The role of anxiety in her drinking habits and how she copes now.
- Influence of having a sober parent on her own journey.
- Finding joy and high standards in sobriety.
I think I've become a much more brave person in sobriety
The Sober Butterfly Podcast brings you an engaging episode featuring Madeline Forrest, better known as Maddie from Happiest Sober. Host Nadine Mulvina kicks off the conversation with a fun icebreaker, setting the stage for Maddie to share her transformative journey from an anxious drinker to a confident and joyful sober woman. Maddie discusses her early struggles with alcohol, the emotional turning points that led her to sobriety, and how she navigated the dating scene without alcohol.
Her story is both relatable and inspiring, offering valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of living an alcohol-free life. Maddie opens up about her initial experiences with drinking, describing how what started as a fun activity quickly turned into a coping mechanism for various emotions. She shares candidly about the anxiety and shame that accompanied her drinking days and how these feelings ultimately pushed her towards sobriety.
The conversation also touches on the impact of having a sober parent, as Maddie's mother has been sober for over 40 years, providing a unique perspective on how familial relationships can influence one's journey with alcohol. The episode isn't all heavy, though. Maddie and Nadine also discuss lighter topics like their love for coffee and travel.
Maddie recounts her experiences leading sober trips to places like Costa Rica and Croatia, and her desire to revisit Australia sober after a year of heavy drinking there. The banter between the two is genuine and filled with humour, making for an enjoyable listen. If you're looking for an episode that combines heartfelt stories with practical advice and a touch of humour, this one is for you.
Tune in to hear Maddie's inspiring journey and learn how she found joy in sobriety.