Happiest Sober with Madeline Forrest

Happiest Sober with Madeline Forrest

What happens when you turn setbacks into stepping stones? Madeline Forrest knows all about that. In this episode of 'CLEARHEADED: your sober-care podcast', Cait Madry welcomes Madeline, a sobriety advocate and the face behind the popular Instagram account, Happiest Sober. Madeline opens up about her multiple attempts to quit drinking and how each setback fueled her determination to succeed. She emphasizes the power of starting over and how every new beginning brings its own strength.

Madeline also shares the tools she used to lay a solid foundation for her alcohol-free life, including the importance of self-reflection and writing down her worst drunken moments to stay accountable. Relationships are another key topic in their chat. Madeline discusses how she navigated friendships and social situations while staying sober, especially during the pandemic. She touches on the fear of losing connections but also highlights the joy of forming new, meaningful relationships without alcohol.

With over 20,000 followers on her Instagram, Madeline also talks about how social media has played a role in her sobriety journey, offering both accountability and a sense of community. This episode is perfect for anyone who needs a little inspiration to keep going or is curious about the ups and downs of a sober lifestyle. Tune in to hear Madeline's candid insights and learn how she turned her struggles into triumphs.