Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
rebecca@ccar.us (Connecticut Community For Addition Recovery (CCAR))
I Honestly Hate Being Sober” – A Gen Z Recovery Story
I Honestly Hate Being Sober” – A Gen Z Recovery Story
I Honestly Hate Being Sober” – A Gen Z Recovery Story
Tuesday 3rd March 2026
Explore a Gen Z's journey through sobriety, the struggles, and the triumphs. Discover how community support plays a vital role in recovery.
30 minutes
Honest
Inspiring
Supportive
Raw
Informative
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Author:
Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Episode Overview
- Community support is crucial for sustained sobriety.
- Multiple pathways exist beyond traditional 12-step programmes.
- Personal realisation is key to seeking help.
- Volunteering can be a powerful tool in recovery.
- Showing up for oneself is essential in early recovery.
"I honestly hate it. It's a constant struggle, especially in my late 20s."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode of the Recovery Matters! Podcast, Tj and Gio engage in a heartfelt conversation with a young Gen Z individual who candidly shares their struggles and triumphs in the journey of sobriety. The guest opens up about the challenges of staying sober in their late 20s, a time when social gatherings often revolve around alcohol. Despite hating sobriety at times, they recognise its necessity for a fulfilling future.
The episode offers an honest portrayal of the ups and downs of recovery, highlighting the importance of community support. The guest's journey began with a personal realisation during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading them to seek help at a detox centre. Their story emphasises the significance of connection and finding the right support system, whether it's through volunteering at a recovery community centre or participating in different recovery pathways.
Listeners will find inspiration in the guest's resilience and openness to exploring various recovery methods beyond traditional 12-step programmes. The conversation also touches on the impact of having parents with addiction issues and the struggle to break free from inherited patterns. With humour and humility, this episode sheds light on the diverse paths to recovery and the importance of choosing what works best for oneself.
Whether you're in early recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a raw and relatable perspective on the complexities of addiction and the power of perseverance. As the guest wisely advises, "Keep coming back," because showing up for yourself is the first step towards healing.