Episode 20: From Circus to Sobriety: Abi King's Raw Journey to an Alcohol-Free Life

She ran away with the circus at 17. By 40, alcohol had taken over. This is Abi King's story.Abi King is an alcohol-free coach and host of The Sober Connection podcast. Originally from the UK, now living in New Zealand, she's turned one of the hardest chapters of her life into a mission — helping others find their way out of the drinking cycle.In this episode we get into the real stuff. Her childhood, the role alcohol played, the moment her kids' comments hit different, the struggle with moderation, and what life actually looks like on the other side.No fluff. No sugar-coating. Just an honest conversation about what it takes to change your life.In this episode:How growing up as an only child shaped her relationship with alcoholRunning away with the circus at 17 — and what that tells you about her characterThe slow creep from social drinking to dependenceWhy moderation never worked — and the moment she knew itHow her kids changed everythingCoping with cravings without reaching for a drinkBuilding community when sobriety changes your social worldThe unexpected transformations that come after you quitChapters:00:00 — Introduction to Abi's Journey02:03 — Life in New Zealand and Personal Background06:04 — Childhood and Early Influences on Drinking09:57 — Adventurous Spirit and Life Choices13:59 — The Role of Alcohol in Abi's Life17:58 — Realisation of a Drinking Problem21:52 — The Struggle with Moderation and Sobriety26:04 — Triggers and Coping Mechanisms29:53 — Impact of Children on the Sobriety Journey32:27 — The Impact of Sobriety on Family Relationships37:08 — Coping with Cravings: Strategies That Work45:28 — Transformations After Sobriety: Personal Growth and Reflection54:34 — Building a Supportive Community: The Role of Social Media57:14 — Looking Ahead: Future Goals and Advice for OthersConnect with Abi:Instagram —  https://www.instagram.com/levelup.withabi/Send us Fan Mail If you got value from this episode, don’t just sit on it—take action. Like, subscribe, and follow the show—it makes a massive difference and helps us reach more people who need to hear these stories. Share this with a mate who needs the truth, leave a review, and remember: change doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when you get honest, do the work, and show up for yourself and your family.Stay real, stay relentless, and keep building your legacy—one choice at a time.For more hard-hitting stories and practical tools, follow, subscribe, and join the conversation.Let’s be real: your next chapter starts now...