Episode 22: From High-Functioning Mum to 6 Years Sober: Sarah Myers on Alcohol, Identity & Being Present

Sarah Myers spent years looking like she had it all together. Military background, career, three kids. But behind the scenes? She was drinking to cope, slowly losing herself, and missing the moments that mattered most.In this episode, we get real about what high-functioning alcoholism actually looks like, why alcohol is so insidiously normalised — especially for parents — and what it takes to finally say enough.Sarah opens up about her cancer diagnosis, postpartum struggles, the moment her son made her see the truth, and how she rebuilt her identity, her confidence, and her life from the ground up.If you're a parent questioning your relationship with alcohol — this one's for you.Chapters...- 00:00 Introduction to Sarah Myers and Her Journey- 02:57 The Struggles of a High-Functioning Alcoholic- 06:13 The Impact of Motherhood on Alcohol Consumption- 08:57 Coping with Cancer and Alcohol- 12:06 The Realization of a Problem- 14:48 The Turning Point: A Wake-Up Call- 18:01 Navigating Sobriety and Parenting- 21:01 The Challenges of Quitting Alcohol- 23:47 Identity Shift and Self-Discovery- 27:04 The Insidious Nature of Alcohol- 29:47 The Younger Generation and Alcohol Consumption- 33:04 Building Confidence in Sobriety- 35:01 The Disconnect of Alcohol- 38:24 Empathy and Understanding in Relationships- 39:31 Practical Steps to Early Sobriety- 42:39 Coping Mechanisms and Emotional Regulation- 46:16 The Importance of Routine and Structure- 49:40 Finding Personal Time and Healthy Outlets- 51:10 The Journey of Self-Love and Identity- 55:19 Surprises of Long-Term Sobriety- 01:00:54 Advice to My Younger Self- 01:02:04 Recommended Resources for Sobriety- 01:04:49 Future Aspirations and Helping OthersConnect with Sarah: @theteetotalermomSend 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...