77. Working Through Sobriety with Anxiety with Jessica Jeboult

"I was basically waiting around to go to a job that I didn't like for money that I needed to keep afloat this shell that looks so cool and intriguing to everyone else but me." – Jessica Jeboult   Imagine what it's like to turn a life of LA nightlife, parties, and DJing into a journey toward sobriety and self-discovery. In this episode, Amanda chats with Jessica, Founder of A Sober Girl's Guide, on her journey to sobriety and her struggles with alcohol abuse, identity, and anxiety. Despite the allure of her career, Jessica struggled with an underlying sense of emptiness and used alcohol to hide from it. Despite the glamorous nightlife, she struggled with anxiety, her identity, and feeling trapped in a lifestyle that lacked purpose.   Amanda and Jessica discuss pivotal steps towards overcoming alcoholism, starting with mindfulness and the profound impact of envisioning the life you want! They discuss the importance of finding recovery paths that align with your personal values and resonate on a deeper level. Jessica also sheds light on the steps she took to manage anxiety.    🌟 "Unbottled Potential" is available in Paperback, Kindle, and Audiobook form! You can order your copy here. You can also order the book on Amazon and various other platforms.    [00:01 - 13:33] Life Beyond the Party: Jessica's Transition from LA DJ to Sobriety Jessica shares her journey from leaving the nightlife and party scene of DJing in search for a more fulfilling path. We all want attention – That's fine! Recognize the healthy and unhealthy ways of your underlying motivations.  External praise and validation don't necessarily lead to personal fulfillment. True satisfaction comes from internal growth and alignment with personal values. Significant life changes are scary but embrace them. They can be opportunities for introspection and redirection towards more fulfilling paths.     [13:34 - 19:16 ] How Jessica Saw The Signs That She Needed To Change  Jessica's experiences with alcohol abuse, identity struggles, and anxiety highlight the risks of a life misaligned with one's true values.  Pay attention to life's "billboards," signaling that your current path may be harmful or misaligned with your true self. A lack of self-respect leads to decisions that are out of sync with your values. Assess your daily activities and their alignment with your enjoyment and values. Societal praise and validation don't equate to personal fulfillment and can sometimes lead to a false sense of self. Change is necessary for growth, especially when your current lifestyle hinders your ability to meet responsibilities or enjoy life.   [19:16 - 31:30] What Quitting Drinking Looked Like for Jessica  What do you want your life to look like? Start your transformation by visualizing the life you want and work backward to understand the changes needed to achieve it. Traditional recovery methods like AA might not suit everyone; it's important to find or create a path that resonates with your personality and needs. Sobriety and personal growth are ongoing processes that involve both challenges and triumphs. Finding or creating a supportive community is crucial. Remind yourself that your actions should contribute to becoming the person you aspire to be.   [31:30 - 48:19 ] Dealing With Anxiety Recognizing and admitting anxiety is a crucial first step in managing it effectively. Next is understanding the root of your anxieties. Jessica talks about her company Vibe Gummies, and how ashwagandha helps her manage symptoms of anxiety. Incorporate a combination of awareness, natural remedies, and lifestyle changes to better manage anxiety.   [48:19 - 54:20] Closing Up Just pivot! Just because you've gone down a different path doesn't mean you're a failure. It's never too late to redefine your path and pursue what truly resonates with you!   Connect with Jessica You can find her on LinkedIn and Instagram Website: https://www.asobergirlsguide.com Website: https://www.vibegummies.com    Key Quotes:   "We all do shit for attention. We all want attention. There's nothing wrong with that." – Jessica Jeboult   "If you don't respect yourself, I'm going to tell you right now, shit is going to go downhill." – Jessica Jeboult   "My relationship with myself and how I was using alcohol was not great or healthy." – Jessica Jeboult   "Just because you remove alcohol doesn't mean that doves and rainbows are going to shoot out from nowhere." – Jessica Jeboult   "I was basically waiting around to go to a job that I didn't like for money that I needed to keep afloat this shell that looks so cool and intriguing to everyone else but me." – Jessica Jeboult   "There's just that little bit of haze that is over your life when you're using alcohol to self-medicate that keeps you from having the assertiveness to make any other decision." – Jessica Jeboult     Learn more by connecting with Amanda through Instagram or visit AmandaKuda.com.    It's time to unbottle your potential! Join the Awaken without Alcohol Program, where you'll learn the combined power of elective sobriety, spirituality & manifestation.   🌟 Where To Order My Book Unbottled Potential  Amazon Apple Books Barnes and Noble Target BAM!  Bookshop.org   If you liked the show, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe through your favorite streaming platform!