7. From Competitive Gymnastics to Alcohol's Mental Gymnastics with Lauren

In this episode, Lauren opens up about her upbringing, the pressure and discipline of competitive gymnastics, and how those early patterns of striving and perfectionism followed her into college and adulthood. As drinking became more central to her social life and relationships, she found herself trapped in the constant mental gymnastics around alcohol - negotiating, justifying, and attempting to control her consumption - an exhausting cycle familiar to so many who struggle with moderation.Through honest self-reflection, Lauren describes her turning point and what ultimately led her to question her relationship with alcohol. She speaks candidly about how alcohol can still be a daily struggle, how fitness goals play a role in her recovery, and the importance of a sober community.Follow @dryhumorpodcast on Instagram for sobriety, life, and humor-related content between episodes.