J.W. Collier

Sober Militia

J.W. Collier

  • The Joy of Sobriety #9 - Happiness and Laughter

The Joy of Sobriety #9 - Happiness and Laughter

Sunday 17th May 2020

Discover how sobriety can bring genuine happiness and laughter back into your life with J.W. Collier in 'Sober Militia'.
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Rediscovering Joy: How Sobriety Brings Back Laughter and Happiness

Happiness and laughter really is a benefit of sobriety and one that I think it takes a little time to get used to, because you know we're just not used to feeling those things, and the more we do and the more we accept it, then I think the more intense they become and the more often they happen, which is pretty amazing.
Can you remember the last time you truly laughed? In this episode of 'Sober Militia', J.W. Collier dives into how sobriety can transform your life by bringing back genuine happiness and laughter. Collier reflects on his own journey, sharing how alcohol clouded his perception of the world and led to feelings of loneliness, depression, and anger. Labeled as 'intense', he struggled with self-perception until sobriety offered him a new lens through which to view life.
He discovered that the problem wasn't how others saw him, but how he saw himself and the world around him. Without alcohol, he began to experience emotions with a newfound clarity and depth. Collier discusses how society often struggles with the idea of being happy and laughing without the influence of alcohol. Yet, he argues that once you embrace sobriety, these emotions become not only possible but more intense and frequent.
The episode is a heartfelt exploration of how removing alcohol from your life can unlock a world full of joy, beauty, and emotional richness. Perfect for anyone looking to understand the emotional benefits of sobriety, this episode offers a blend of personal anecdotes and broader insights that will resonate deeply.
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