In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, host Brad welcomes Blake, who shares his journey from growing up in a small town with a drinking culture to becoming nearly one year sober. Blake discusses his initial experimentation with alcohol, the challenges of moderation, and the fork in the road moments that led him to quit drinking. He also dives into the impact of alcohol on his mental health, relationships and other areas of his life. Blake highlights the importance of a support system, replacing alcohol with healthier habits, and his aspiration to break the cycle.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:22 Blake's Early Life and High School Experience

00:55 The Start of Drinking

06:18 College Years and Career Path

08:21 Challenges in Law Enforcement

12:57 Struggles with Alcohol

16:46 Journey to Sobriety

33:07 Support and Reflections

33:58 Struggles and Support in Sobriety

34:57 Breaking Free from Alcohol

35:25 The Journey to Sobriety

36:10 Reflecting on the Past

37:00 The Turning Point

38:27 Embracing a New Life

42:04 The Importance of Routine and Discipline

45:45 Building a Support System

54:10 The Challenges of Moderation

58:37 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, host Brad celebrates his 38th birthday by sharing a powerful conversation with Jordan.. Despite growing up in a supportive, alcohol-free household, Jordan encountered alcohol in her late teens and faced a tumultuous journey through her twenties. She found herself struggling with alcoholism but ultimately discovered the courage to seek sobriety after experiencing a series of transformative moments, including the birth of her children and guidance from a sober coach. Jordan, now nearly two years sober, shares how sobriety has revitalized her life, strengthened her marriage, and enhanced her business ventures. Tune in to hear Jordan's inspiring story of finding peace, purpose, and personal growth through sobriety.

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In this episode, I reconnect with two guests, Dave G and Les, from the Sober Motivation Community. Dave G shares his journey to becoming 2056 days sober, detailing his struggles with alcohol and its impact on his life and family. He reflects on how sharing his story has been cathartic and has helped others. Les, who has been sober since 1981, discusses his journey from being a daily blackout drinker to finding a sense of belonging in the sobriety community. He emphasizes the importance of continuous progress and learning in maintaining long-term sobriety.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:19 Dave G's Sobriety Journey Begins

01:47 The Struggles and Realizations

05:02 The Turning Point

06:58 Maintaining Sobriety and Reflections

11:05 Challenges and Coping Mechanisms

23:26 Community and Personal Growth

26:37 Final Thoughts and Reflections

29:21 Embracing Life's Journey

30:50 The Power of Sobriety

32:55 Les's Sobriety Journey

48:43 Finding Community and Support

55:54 Maintaining Progress and Moving Forward

01:08:13 Concluding Thoughts and Community Spirit