Ep 26: “Sober Living: Scared Out of My Mind”

Going to sober living can feel really freaking scary. In Part 1 of this two-part episode of Dear Recovery, we’re talking about what it’s actually like to leave detox or treatment and head into sober living—including the fear, anxiety, uncertainty, and “Oh my God, what am I doing?” feelings that can come with it. I share my own experience of driving to sober living crying the entire way, what helped me take that first step, what sober living actually is, how to find the right place, what to consider financially, and some important questions to ask before you move in. Because you don't have to feel ready. You don't have to know exactly what you're doing. Sometimes you just have to take the next step. And yes…you might feel a little bit like a baby pony trying to figure out how to stand. ;)-🩶 Part 2 coming Monday. "If something has been weighing on your heart, I'd love to hear from you. Send me your questions, your thoughts, or even just say hello. You can email me at [email protected] or send me a DM on Instagram @dear_recovery1. No question is too messy, and you never have to figure it out alone."