Interview with Austin CooperInterview with Austin Cooper
TDH Voice
Men drink more than women but women tend to be more outspoken about their sobriety or recovery overall - especially on social media. We reached out to sober influencer, Austin Cooper of Sober Evolution to ask what he thought.
29:15•31 Oct 2018
Austin Cooper on Sobriety: Shattering Stereotypes and Embracing Recovery
“I think it's very much society's view of what men and women should be, and you know, I think it's the way that a lot of us men are raised as well.”
Why do men often drink more but talk less about their sobriety? This question takes center stage in an engaging interview with Austin Cooper, the face behind Sober Evolution. In this episode of TDH Voice, Cooper dives into the unique hurdles men face in the journey to recovery and how he has navigated these challenges himself. Austin opens up about his own battles with low self-esteem rooted in childhood trauma.
He stresses the crucial role of self-care and the power of surrounding oneself with a supportive community. His candid discussion offers a raw look at the emotional struggles that many men keep hidden, shedding light on why it's so important to break the silence. Cooper also shares how finding inspiration in others' achievements can be a game-changer in one's own recovery journey.
He talks about the fear many men have of being outspoken about their sobriety and how overcoming this fear has not only helped him but also those he supports. The conversation is both enlightening and heartening, providing practical advice for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Austin's story serves as a beacon of hope, showing that breaking down societal expectations and stereotypes is possible—and necessary—for genuine recovery.
Tune in to hear Austin Cooper's insights and experiences, and join the movement to break down barriers in addiction recovery.
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