Steve Bennet-Martin
Steve Bennet-Martin
Grief & ADHD Sober ft. Andy (#188)
Grief & ADHD Sober ft. Andy (#188)
Grief & ADHD Sober ft. Andy (#188)
Wednesday 17th April 2024
Tune in as Andy discusses his path to sobriety, facing grief and ADHD, on 'gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast' with Steve Martin-Bennet.
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Get the buttons here!Andy’s Path to Sobriety: Conquering Grief and ADHD
Episode Overview
- Andy shares his journey of sobriety amidst grief and ADHD struggles
- Exploring the correlation between ADHD and addiction with valuable insights
- Challenges of maintaining sobriety while travelling discussed
- The importance of supportive sober friends highlighted
- Reflections on grief and mental health in the sobriety journey
I know that until the very end, when it got really, really bad, even when people would try and help me, I wasn't ready for help, but it had to get to the point where I needed to ask for it.
Have you ever wondered how grief and ADHD might intersect on the road to sobriety? In this episode of 'gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast', host Steve Martin-Bennet sits down with Andy, who opens up about his journey to a sober life while grappling with grief and ADHD. Andy's story is both raw and inspiring, offering a unique perspective on overcoming addiction within the LGBTQ+ community.
He shares his early battles with alcohol, the impact of his ADHD diagnosis, and the ways he found support and friendship within the queer sober community. Andy also talks about the hurdles of staying sober while traveling and the positive lifestyle changes that sobriety has brought into his life. Steve rounds out the conversation by discussing the surprising link between ADHD and addiction, sharing some eye-opening facts and statistics.
Whether you're personally affected by these issues or simply looking for an inspiring story of resilience, this episode offers valuable insights and a sense of community.