Michele D's Path from Parrothead to Purposeful Sobriety
Separate, um, I felt like I wanted to be like the women and sex in the city, like fancy, sophisticated drinking my cosmopolitans. But back when I first got in the program and I started sharing it to my friends who I drank with, nobody believed me, because they're like you know.
Ever thought a Jimmy Buffett concert could be the start of a sobriety journey? Michele D joins John M on 'Sober Speak' to share her unexpected path from being a Parrothead to embracing the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. Michele’s story is filled with candid moments, from the highs of concert life to the lows that led her to seek help.
Through the 12 steps of AA, she found a new direction, learning to trust a higher power and let go of control. Michele also dives into the challenges and rewards of co-parenting while sober, emphasizing how her newfound clarity has made her a better parent. She doesn't shy away from discussing her dating life either, offering honest insights into the complexities of relationships in sobriety.
One of Michele's standout messages is the power of pausing – taking a moment to reflect before making decisions, which has been crucial in her recovery. As she wisely puts it, 'Sobriety is a daily choice,' and it's one she continues to make with intention and grace. Tune in to hear Michele's inspiring transformation and how she navigates life with newfound purpose on 'Sober Speak'.