David Wilson
David Wilson
Tanya Bardsley
Tanya Bardsley
Tanya Bardsley
Wednesday 24th January 2024
Join Tanya Bardsley as she shares her journey from reality TV to sobriety, overcoming ADHD, perimenopause, and alcohol challenges.
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47 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Episode Overview
- Tanya Bardsley discusses life post-Real Housewives.
- Struggles with ADHD and perimenopause symptoms.
- Rehabilitation journey and sobriety anniversary.
- Impact of alcohol on mental health.
- Building new habits and community support.
I think we've got to keep banging the drum, getting messages out there, and letting people know you can live a life without it.
In this compelling episode of 'One For The Road,' host Sober Dave welcomes Tanya Bardsley, a renowned reality TV personality, author, model, and life coach. Tanya opens up about her life as a cast member on 'The Real Housewives of Cheshire,' where she navigated the complexities of fame alongside personal struggles. Despite the glamour, Tanya faced a tumultuous period marked by ADHD, perimenopause symptoms, and self-medicating with alcohol.
At the end of 2022, Tanya experienced a significant breakdown that led her to seek help through rehab. This transformative journey has allowed her to reevaluate her relationship with alcohol, resulting in a year of sobriety. Tanya shares the ups and downs of this path, emphasizing the importance of mental health awareness and the impact of hormonal changes on her life.
The podcast delves into the societal pressures and environments, such as the fashion and television industries, that often encourage substance use. Tanya reflects on her past experiences, the moments of self-doubt, and the ways she overcame them by embracing new habits and finding community support outside of traditional methods like AA. Listeners are drawn into Tanya's story as she describes the challenges of balancing motherhood and personal health, especially with ADHD's emotional dysregulation.
She candidly discusses the psychosis-like symptoms she experienced and how alcohol exacerbated them. Now, Tanya focuses on positive lifestyle changes, opting for activities that do not revolve around alcohol, and celebrating victories like her one-year sobriety anniversary. Her journey is a testament to resilience and the possibility of living a fulfilling life without reliance on substances. This episode is not only inspiring but also a call to action for others facing similar challenges to seek help and create supportive networks.
As the conversation concludes, Tanya expresses gratitude for the lessons learned and the brighter future she envisions. Her story is an inspirational beacon for anyone struggling with addiction, offering hope and practical advice for a healthier life.