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S2 E9 - Step 5 : Courage and Confidence
S2 E9 - Step 5 : Courage and Confidence
S2 E9 - Step 5 : Courage and Confidence
Saturday 26th April 2025
Dan Shepard shares his journey of building courage and confidence in sobriety, offering insights and encouragement for those seeking an alcohol-free life.
12 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Courage and confidence grow with sobriety.
- Redefine spaces previously tied to drinking.
- Embrace authentic experiences without alcohol.
- Be proud of your journey and achievements.
- Change is challenging but ultimately rewarding.
It's almost like being reborn as cheesy as that might sound.
In the heartfelt episode titled 'Step 5: Courage and Confidence' from the podcast 'Addict in the Attic', Dan Shepard offers a candid reflection on his journey to sobriety. Dan, a recovering alcoholic, shares his experience of building genuine courage and confidence after overcoming addiction. He highlights how acceptance, community, and personal growth have played pivotal roles in his path to a sober life.
Dan's approach is all about embracing the authentic self and finding joy in life's simple pleasures without alcohol. Through anecdotes, Dan illustrates the transformation that comes with sobriety, likening it to being reborn. He shares how he learned to dance sober, which for him symbolises the ultimate freedom from alcohol's grip. It's a metaphor for regaining control and enjoying life's moments without the need for liquid courage.
Dan encourages you to redefine spaces once tied to drinking, gradually turning them into sober havens where real confidence can flourish. Dan's message is clear: be proud of your journey and the courage it takes to say no to alcohol. He emphasises that change is challenging but rewarding, urging you to fill your boots with pride and embrace the new, sober version of yourself.
He reminds you that while society may expect certain behaviours, true strength lies in choosing a different path. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on living an alcohol-free life, this episode offers plenty of both. Dan's insights are sure to resonate with anyone navigating their own sobriety journey, making it a must-listen for those seeking support and encouragement.
So why not take a moment to hear Dan's story and see if his five-step programme can offer you the courage and confidence you need?