Connor Duffy
Connor Duffy
We Get Sober Because We Need To. We Stay Sober Because We Want To.
We Get Sober Because We Need To. We Stay Sober Because We Want To.
We Get Sober Because We Need To. We Stay Sober Because We Want To.
Tuesday 22nd August 2023
Join Connor Duffy on 'The Sober Plug' as he explores how sobriety evolves from a necessity to a desire, offering hope and practical advice.
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21 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Connor Duffy
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Episodes:
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Episode Overview
- Initial sobriety driven by necessity and desperation
- The pivotal role of AA in the speaker's recovery journey
- Transition from a gloomy outlook on sobriety to embracing hope and fulfillment
- Embracing personal growth and the desire to serve others in the recovery journey
The reason why we get sober to begin with is because we're going through hell. And if you're going through hell, you don't unpack your shit and stay there. You keep going. You keep marching forward.
Ever wonder why the reasons we start our sobriety journey often change over time? In this episode of 'The Sober Plug', Connor Duffy takes us through the transformative process of moving from needing to be sober to actually wanting it. Initially, many of us choose sobriety to escape the immediate pain and consequences of addiction.
But as Connor shares his own experiences, he reveals how this path can evolve into a more hopeful and fulfilling life if we put in the work, find the right support, and build healthy habits. Connor opens up about his initial resistance to change and how programs like AA played a crucial role in his recovery.
This episode isn't just for those struggling with addiction; it's also for anyone feeling hopeless and in need of a reminder that change is possible. Connor's story serves as a beacon of hope, showing that with dedication and the right mindset, sobriety can become a choice driven by desire rather than necessity.