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Lisa wondered why was alcohol so important to her? Sobriety was the next step.

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In this episode, we have Lisa, who shares her compelling story of sobriety and reclaiming her life. Growing up Lisa faced a challenging childhood with a mother suffering from MS. Despite her struggles with self-esteem, she discovered sports as an outlet. However, in high school, alcohol became a coping mechanism for fitting in and dealing with uncomfortable feelings. Lisa recounts her college years, marked by risky behavior and other challenges, underscoring the central role alcohol played in her life. Her 20s and 30s saw professional achievements, including a career as a police officer. But personal losses, family tragedies, and health setbacks led to a deeper dependency on alcohol. A turning point in 2023, driven by sheer frustration with the control alcohol had over her, catalyzed her sobriety journey, marked by strong community support, embracing online platforms, and a profound commitment to self-care. Lisa shares insights about the importance of community, gratitude, and acknowledging the challenges of sobriety. And this is Lisa’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.

Lisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisa_m_amos/

Join the Sober Motivation Community: https://sobermotivation.mn.co

More information on SoberLink: https://www.soberlink.com/recover

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:34 Lisa's Challenging Childhood

02:14 Struggles with Fitting In

03:48 Early Encounters with Alcohol

05:09 High School and the Start of Drinking

13:44 College Years and Escalating Issues

19:18 Post-College Life and Career Beginnings

24:15 Finding Purpose in Policing

28:11 Major Life Changes and Daily Drinking

31:37 Reflecting on Past Counseling Experiences

32:13 The Journey to Sobriety Begins

32:50 Struggles and Attempts to Quit Drinking

35:35 Finding the Right Support and Tools

37:26 Embracing a Sober Lifestyle

39:17 The Importance of Community

40:43 Overcoming Challenges and Celebrating Success

53:59 Sober Travel and New Experiences

57:20 Final Thoughts and Advice for the Journey

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In this episode, we have Lisa, who shares her compelling story of sobriety and reclaiming her life. Growing up Lisa faced a challenging childhood with a mother suffering from MS. Despite her struggles with self-esteem, she discovered sports as an outlet. However, in high school, alcohol became a coping mechanism for fitting in and dealing with uncomfortable feelings. Lisa recounts her college years, marked by risky behavior and other challenges, underscoring the central role alcohol played in her life. Her 20s and 30s saw professional achievements, including a career as a police officer. But personal losses, family tragedies, and health setbacks led to a deeper dependency on alcohol. A turning point in 2023, driven by sheer frustration with the control alcohol had over her, catalyzed her sobriety journey, marked by strong community support, embracing online platforms, and a profound commitment to self-care. Lisa shares insights about the importance of community, gratitude, and acknowledging the challenges of sobriety. And this is Lisa’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.

Lisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisa_m_amos/

Join the Sober Motivation Community: https://sobermotivation.mn.co

More information on SoberLink: https://www.soberlink.com/recover

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:34 Lisa's Challenging Childhood

02:14 Struggles with Fitting In

03:48 Early Encounters with Alcohol

05:09 High School and the Start of Drinking

13:44 College Years and Escalating Issues

19:18 Post-College Life and Career Beginnings

24:15 Finding Purpose in Policing

28:11 Major Life Changes and Daily Drinking

31:37 Reflecting on Past Counseling Experiences

32:13 The Journey to Sobriety Begins

32:50 Struggles and Attempts to Quit Drinking

35:35 Finding the Right Support and Tools

37:26 Embracing a Sober Lifestyle

39:17 The Importance of Community

40:43 Overcoming Challenges and Celebrating Success

53:59 Sober Travel and New Experiences

57:20 Final Thoughts and Advice for the Journey

  continue reading

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