Nelson H.
Nelson H.
Pills in puke, beer in shoes: The grossness of my addictions
Pills in puke, beer in shoes: The grossness of my addictions
Pills in puke, beer in shoes: The grossness of my addictions
Monday 12th July 2021
Nelson H. humorously shares the gross realities of his addiction and celebrates his journey to sobriety on 'LOL Sober'.
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Get the buttons here!Addiction's Gross Realities: Nelson H.'s Journey Through the Mess
I turned the TV off that night and just paused to be grateful. So I can't pretend that I'm exactly a clean freak. But hey, at least I'm not at the mall asking some guy for his boot and pouring beer into it and drinking it. I know that's a pretty low bar, but I will.
Picture this: a UFC fighter chugging beer from a shoe, complete with a splash of hot sauce. It’s gross, right? But for Nelson H., host of 'LOL Sober', it’s a stark reminder of his own days lost in addiction. In this episode, Nelson dives into the messier side of his past, recounting the grim details with a blend of humor and raw honesty. From public bathroom mishaps to the aftermath of beer pong gone wrong, he spares no detail.
Yet, it’s not all cringe-worthy moments. Nelson’s knack for finding humor in the darkest times shines through, making even the grossest stories somehow laughable. His tale about the UFC fighter’s 'Shoey' celebration isn’t just a funny anecdote; it’s a springboard into reflecting on how far he’s come. Sobriety, for Nelson, isn’t just about abstaining from alcohol—it’s about finding joy and gratitude in the everyday moments, even the messy ones.
This episode is perfect for anyone who needs a reminder that recovery can be filled with laughter and light, even when recalling the less glamorous parts of addiction.