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Breaking The Habit
Kristian Clark talks with Sasha about their shared journey to sobriety, touching on mental health challenges, addiction, and the power of connection.
49:18•7 Oct 2025
Life for Real
Episode Overview
- Recognise the role of mental health in addiction.
- Build a supportive network for your recovery journey.
- Understand the importance of structure in maintaining sobriety.
- Acknowledge the coexistence of mental health issues and addiction.
- Seek help for both mental health and substance use issues.
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In the latest episode of Breaking The Habit, Kristian Clark invites his friend Sasha to share her inspiring story of overcoming addiction and finding mental wellbeing. Sasha opens up about her struggle with alcoholism, the health scares that acted as a wake-up call, and the role the COVID-19 pandemic played in her path to sobriety.
She candidly shares how moving into her own space and starting her career as a nurse became pivotal moments in her decision to quit drinking. Sasha's story is not just about abstaining from alcohol but also about the importance of addressing mental health issues that often accompany addiction. She discusses the dual nature of addiction and mental health challenges, highlighting how they can coexist and exacerbate each other.
Kristian and Sasha engage in a heartfelt conversation about the stigma surrounding both mental health and addiction, emphasising the importance of connection and community in recovery. They reflect on their shared experiences, recognising the power of support systems and like-minded individuals in fostering long-term sobriety. This episode is not just about challenges but also about hope, healing, and the transformative power of connection.
It's a candid conversation that may resonate with anyone who has faced similar struggles or knows someone who has. What are your thoughts on the relationship between mental health and addiction recovery? Tune in to hear more from those who have walked the path to sobriety and emerged stronger on the other side.
title - Life for Real: A Journey Through Sobriety and Mental Health metadescription - Discover Sasha's journey to sobriety, overcoming addiction and finding strength in a supportive community on Breaking The Habit podcast. quote -
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