Victoria Vanstone.Victoria Vanstone.
One For The Road
<p>Join me, Soberdave for Episode 8 and the final episode of Season 1 of One For The Road.</p><p> </p><p>This week I'm chatting with Victoria Vanstone, AKA drunkmummysobermummy.</p><p> </p><p>Vic shares with us her story with both alcohol and drugs which started during her teenage years,</p><p>and led her to having an overdose on the drug ecstasy.</p><p> </p><p>Always labelling herself the party girl, Vic used this as an excuse for her alcohol abuse and as</p><p>a front to hide behind.</p><p>It wasn't until the birth of her second child, that she decided to embark upon the path</p><p>of Sobriety.</p><p> </p><p>Vic is now an Author, and host of her own podcast, Sober Awkward.</p><p> </p><p>Thank you so much to all of my wonderful listeners for your support during the first Season of “One</p><p>For The Road.” </p><p>I'm taking a short break, but I will be back soon with Season 2 and some more amazing guests. </p><p>In the meantime, be sure to subscribe to the show, to be first in line for the</p><p>launch of Season 2.</p><br><p>If you enjoy One For The Road, then click subscribe to be notified of the release of our next episode.</p><p>You can also connect with me via Instagram @Soberdave <a href="https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/</a></p><p>or via my website <a href="https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/</a></p><br><p>Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice, and also contacts for Vic.</p><br><p>Podcast - Sober Awkward (available everywhere iTunes, Spotify or on my website)</p><br><p>Website - <a href="http://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.drunkmummysobermummy.com</a></p><br><p>Facebook group - The Sober Social for sober curious women - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial</a></p><br><p>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drunkmummysobermummy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/drunkmummysobermummy</a></p><br><p>@Alcoholexplained</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/alcoholexplained/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/alcoholexplained/</a></p><br><p><a href="https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/</a></p><br><p><a href="https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services</a></p><br><p><a href="https://nacoa.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://nacoa.org.uk/</a></p><br><p><a href="https://alcoholchange.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://alcoholchange.org.uk/</a></p><br><p>Show producer- Dani Attanasio</p><p><a href="https://www.grownuphustle.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.grownuphustle.com/</a></p><p>Instagram-@GrownupHustle</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
52:04•23 Jun 2021
From Party Girl to Sober Advocate: Victoria Vanstone’s Journey
“It's my life, and what I found out about myself is how quiet I actually am when I was always that really annoying loud bloke in the pub.”
Ever wondered how a self-proclaimed 'party girl' transforms into a sobriety advocate? In this episode of 'One For The Road', David Wilson, known as SoberDave, chats with Victoria Vanstone, famously known as drunkmummysobermummy. Victoria opens up about her tumultuous relationship with alcohol and drugs, which began in her teenage years and spiraled into an overdose on ecstasy. She candidly shares how she used her party persona as a mask for her struggles with substance abuse.
The turning point for Victoria came with the birth of her second child, which ignited her journey towards sobriety. Now an author and host of her own podcast, 'Sober Awkward', Victoria reflects on the challenges she faced while getting sober and the profound impact it had on her relationships and personal life. She emphasizes the importance of support systems, honesty, and finding joy beyond alcohol.
Victoria’s story is a testament to the power of acceptance and the courage to seek help. Her journey highlights that sobriety isn't just about quitting alcohol; it's about rediscovering oneself and living a fulfilling life. If you're seeking inspiration and hope on your path to sobriety, this episode offers a heartfelt narrative that could spark your own transformation.
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