Sober Motivation: Sharing Sobriety Stories

In this episode, Brad reconnects with Leigh to discuss her journey over the past two years of sobriety. They revisit key moments from her first year and reflect on the importance of her Instagram community in maintaining accountability. Leigh shares personal milestones, including celebrating two years of sobriety on the same day her son graduated from high school. Connect with Leigh here: https://...

Welcome back to another update episode! In this candid and heartfelt conversation, Saz returns to share her journey of nearly three years of sobriety, reflecting on the challenges, growth, and lessons learned along the way. ------------ Saz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sackedthesauce/ Sober Motivation Mobile App: https://apps.apple.com/app/sober-motivation-app/id6759266291 Sober Motivat...

In this episode of the Sober Motivation podcast, Gabe shares his story of growing up in  Texas, his struggles with alcohol, and his journey to sobriety. Gabe opens up about the challenges he faced with social anxiety, fitting in, and hiding his true self due to his sexuality. He details his experiences with drinking, the resulting DUIs, and the toll it took on his physical and emotional health. In...

In this episode, we catch up with two remarkable individuals, Scotty and Mike, who share their inspiring journeys towards sobriety. Scotty opens up about his past struggles with addiction, the challenges he faced, and the transformations he's achieved since hitting rock bottom in February 2022. He emphasizes the importance of community, mentorship, and self-awareness in his recovery journey. Mike,...

In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Brad is joined by Matt, who shares growing up in a challenging environment due to constant relocation, his struggles with alcohol and his eventual path towards sobriety. Matt discusses his early experiences with alcohol and other substances during high school and college, how working in the restaurant industry further fueled his addiction, and the i...

In this episode of the Sober Motivation podcast, Chris shares his powerful journey to sobriety. Chris recounts memories from his childhood, dealing with an alcoholic father, and how high school brought its own set of challenges. He discusses his early drinking days, his deep dive into addiction during college, and the subsequent move to Los Angeles that intensified his struggle with alcoholism and...

In this episode, Garrett shares his inspiring journey from a troubled childhood marked by addiction to starting his sober journey in 2020. Garrett discusses growing up in a family plagued by addiction, his own struggles with alcohol and drug use from a young age, and the turning point that led him to take back his life.  Garrett's story is a testament to resilience, dedication, and breaking the cy...

Adriana started drinking at 15 while working in restaurants, surrounded by a culture where heavy drinking felt normal. What began as partying and fitting in slowly turned into isolation, physical dependence, and severe alcohol addiction. By 30 years old, alcohol had nearly taken her life. After years of hiding her drinking, Adriana developed jaundice, alcoholic liver disease, and multiple organ fa...

In this episode, we catch up with two previous guests, Melissa and Tiffany Jenkins, to hear about their progress and insights since they last appeared on the show. The discussion includes experiences of sobriety, community support, personal growth, and life after addiction. Melissa shares her achievements and the sense of freedom she feels living sober. At the same time, Tiffany opens up about her...

In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, host Brad interviews Emma, who shares her compelling journey from a childhood surrounded by a relaxed attitude towards alcohol to her eventual decision to quit drinking for good. Emma details the influence of her university years and the impact of her media career in the '90s on her alcohol consumption. She candidly describes her struggles with mode...

In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, host Brad catches up with Jason and DJ for updates on their sobriety journeys. Jason discusses the transformative impact of quitting alcohol on his personal and professional life, including his role as a new business owner and a father. DJ shares his progress since their last conversation, highlighting his involvement in mental health coaching for h...

In this episode, Torie shares her journey from growing up surrounded by alcohol in Rhode Island. Torie discusses her struggles with self-judgment, societal pressures, and quiet drinking. She embarked on international travels and hoped it would fill the void and change things.  Torie recounts her turning point in 2021, when she decided to quit drinking and focus on meaningful healing.  Her story em...

Inspiring Sobriety Journeys with Madeline, Pete, and Mary. Madeline discusses her sober travels and community support, Pete shares his 13-year sobriety journey and career progress, and Mary talks about her retreats and the healing power of nature. They all emphasize the importance of community, personal growth, and not giving up. Support the Show  buymeacoffee.com/sobermotivation Follow the Guests...

In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, we catch up with two inspiring guests, Mailinn and Luc, who share their profound sobriety journeys and the immense gratitude they feel for their transformed lives. Mailinn,  from Norway, celebrates five years of sobriety and reflects on overcoming severe health challenges and rediscovering herself. Luc, who has been sober for eight years, discusses...

In this episode, we hear updates from Sober Dave, Kristen, and Manny as they share their inspiring stories of recovery and sobriety: - Dave Wilson: Known as Sober Dave, he discusses his journey to becoming a trauma-informed coach and the challenges he faces bringing sobriety talks into corporate settings. - Kristen: Celebrating four years of sobriety, Kristen shares her experience overcoming alcoh...

In this episode of the Sober Motivation podcast, previous guests Ryan, Todd, and 'Jerzey' Mike share their powerful stories of life in sobriety. Each offers insights into their journeys, including milestones, challenges, and transformations. From repairing relationships to finding joy in sober vacations and starting new families, these updates provide hope and encouragement for anyone seeking moti...

In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Meredith shares her story of growing up in a seemingly typical household, struggling with anxiety and alcoholism, and ultimately finding sobriety. She discusses the pressures of her corporate career, her battles with anxiety medications, and the impact of an alcoholic relationship. Meredith's journey highlights the importance of support, self-awaren...

Kevin shares his powerful story of struggling with alcohol addiction and experiencing multiple rock bottoms. Kevin details his journey through treatments, car accidents, and personal battles, ultimately finding sobriety and purpose through unwavering support and self-discovery. Join us as Kevin recounts how he rebuilds his life and relationships and embraces the joys of family. ---------- Contact...

On the episode, we are joined by Dean McDermott, who shares his rocky road to sobriety. He opens up about his traumatic childhood and his rise to fame. Over the years, Dean had numerous failed attempts at sobriety, and it wasn’t until he was willing to surrender that things changed. This is Dean’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast. ---------- Dean's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imdeanm...

In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Brad interviews David, who shares his raw and emotional journey from a challenging childhood growing up in New Mexico. David excelled at football, but after an injury, it was time to hang up the cleats, and his alcohol drinking escalated. David describes alcohol as his best friend, and it wasn’t until he was faced with losing everything that he deci...

In this heartfelt episode, we welcome Rebecca, who shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to building a thriving bakery business. Despite her success, Rebecca struggled with alcohol and sugar, which she realized were masking deeper emotional traumas. Her unique story demonstrates that one doesn't need to hit rock bottom to make life-changing decisions. Rebecca dives deep into th...

In this episode, we explore nine critical questions designed to help those struggling with sobriety consider their relationship with alcohol. Addressing the personal and emotional costs, the episode delves into the importance of support systems, the fallacy of 'doing it alone,' the pitfalls of waiting for the perfect time to quit, and the common yet unique nature of drinking stories.     Sober Mot...

In this episode, we have Dr. Sarah Michaud who shares her deeply personal and transformative journey through addiction and codependency. Sarah opens up about her childhood marked by alcoholism, her struggles with substance abuse, and the life-altering moments that led her to seek help. She discusses the hardships of growing up in a chaotic environment, the role of denial in addiction, and the sobe...

In this episode we have Steven who shares his journey battling alcohol addiction. Steven shares how his normal childhood quickly spiraled into heavy drinking during his early police career, leading to decades of escalating dependency and withdrawal struggles. He recounts staring death in the eye after drinking took a massive toll on his health and he was unsure if he would live or die.  For Steven...

In this episode, we have Melissa, who opens up about her upbringing in Appleton, Wisconsin and how a great childhood led to struggles with alcohol. Despite not encountering drinking in her family, Melissa recounts her early experiences with alcohol, the toxic relationships, and the eventual descent into binge drinking and drug use. Melissa shares her turning point after a series of attempts at sob...