Alcohol Caused So Much Chaos for Laura - Sobriety Changed Everything.

In this episode of The Sober Motivation Podcast, Laura shares her story of growing up with lots of rules and a strong spiritual background in a small town in West Virginia. Struggling with anxiety and perfectionism throughout her childhood and high school years, Laura's life took a turn when she started drinking in college. She describes how alcohol initially seemed to provide relief and confidence but quickly led to blackout episodes and further emotional and legal troubles. Laura discusses her journey toward sobriety, and then having a relapse, to getting back at it. This is Laura’s story on the sober motivation podcast. Join the Sober Motivation Community (30 Day Free Trial): https://sobermotivation.mn.coLaura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoveringwithlaura/ 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:18 Laura's Childhood and Upbringing02:51 High School Years and Early Struggles05:18 College Life and First Experiences with Alcohol09:46 The Double Life: Therapist and Addict15:58 Grad School Challenges and Legal Troubles20:46 Working in Addiction Treatment While Struggling33:38 Facing the Fear of Quitting35:10 The Cycle of Guilt and Hangovers41:37 The Turning Point: May 202344:38 Navigating Early Sobriety53:41 Relapse and Reflection01:01:25 Rediscovering Sobriety01:03:55 Encouragement for the Journey Sober Motivation Mobile App: https://apps.apple.com/app/sober-motivation-app/id6759266291Sober Motivation Website: https://www.sobermotivation.comSupport the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/sobermotivationContact me anytime: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.