Steve Bennet-Martin
Steve Bennet-Martin
My First Qualification
My First Qualification
My First Qualification
Monday 4th October 2021
Steve Martin-Bennet shares his journey from addiction to sobriety, emphasizing the impact of community support in 'gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast'.
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14 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
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Transformative
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Author:
Steve Bennet-Martin
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Steve's Sobriety Story: From Hidden Struggles to Open Healing
It was the first place that I really didn't feel alone. And now I also have this podcast and I have all of you.
Steve Martin-Bennet opens up about his personal battle with addiction in this heartfelt episode of 'gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast'. Growing up in a family where alcohol was as common as water, Steve's early years were marked by a normalization of drinking. Family gatherings became an opportunity for him to experiment with different types of alcohol, even though he didn't enjoy the taste.
As he moved into adolescence, peer pressure and a desire to fit in pushed him further into the clutches of alcohol. Sneaking drinks and even indulging during lunch breaks became a way of life for him. For years, Steve convinced himself that he was in control because he could stop drinking whenever he wanted. However, the reality was far different.
His dependency on alcohol grew stronger, and it wasn't until he attended his first LGBT+ support meeting that he began to see the truth. In this episode, Steve shares how community support played a crucial role in his journey to sobriety. He talks about the moment he felt truly understood and how that helped him take the first steps towards a sober life. This episode is not just a story of struggle but also one of hope and resilience.
Steve's candid narrative encourages others facing similar battles to seek out support and reminds them that they are not alone. Tune in to hear Steve's inspiring journey and find out how you too can break free from the cycle of addiction.