“I Was Having an Affair with Drugs and Alcohol… Then I Got Sober”

#addictionrecovery #sobrietystory #alcoholaddiction In this powerful episode of The Sober Fix Podcast, Justin Kinney shares his raw and honest journey through addiction—living a secret double life filled with shame, manipulation, and hidden pain.What started as drinking and using eventually spiraled out of control… and his addiction didn’t just affect him—it destroyed his marriage, shattered his identity, and left him at a breaking point.Justin opens up about the moment everything changed, how he found sobriety, and the role that faith, forgiveness, and radical honesty played in rebuilding his life.If you’re struggling with addiction, relapse, or feeling stuck in a cycle you can’t break—this episode will hit home.🎯 WHAT YOU’LL LEARNWhat it’s really like to live a secret life in addictionHow addiction can destroy relationships and marriagesThe breaking point that led Justin to changeThe role of faith and forgiveness in recoveryHow to rebuild your life after addictionWhy daily discipline and routines matter in sobrietyThe importance of community, meetings, and vulnerabilityHow to overcome shame, guilt, and fear of judgment⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction02:13 Childhood & early life04:21 College years & addiction begins06:35 Blackouts & warning signs07:38 Living a double life09:04 Admitting powerlessness11:24 Addiction during marriage13:05 Impact on family14:27 Rock bottom moment16:49 Sobriety as a journey18:36 Growth through honesty20:23 Shame, hope & faith22:22 Forgiveness & healing24:38 Faith transformation26:21 Building discipline28:20 COVID struggles30:49 Recovery community33:35 Writing a book36:15 Purpose & career40:13 Relationships & honesty42:29 Barriers to change44:48 Close calls in sobriety48:03 Advice for those struggling49:37 Daily habits for mental health54:24 Future goals58:23 Closing👤 CONNECT WITH JUSTIN KINNEY📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justin_kinney_0609/📖 Book: Rock Bottom to Redemption👉 https://www.amazon.com/Rock-Bottom-Redemption-Rebuilding-Discipline-ebook/dp/B0DM2QFXFP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1S1HOQGTK876T&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Aut7ipwFr1ZSBn-pAuw7fQ.0KrH4vPqoue-ob5rMZk0mkHd1bOQVWsg2I8KMBwmXos&dib_tag=se&keywords=from+rock+bottom+to+redemption+book+by+justin+kinney&nsdOptOutParam=true&qid=1776048528&sprefix=from+rock+bottom+to+%2Caps%2C229&sr=8-1📲 CONNECT WITH THE SOBER FIX🌐 Website: www.thesoberfixpodcast.com📸 Instagram: @thesoberfixpodcast🎵 TikTok: @thesoberfix📩 Email: [email protected]💬 WANT TO BE ON THE SHOW?Have a story to share? Reach out via email or Instagram—your story could help someone else get sober.🙏 FINAL MESSAGEYou’re not alone. Recovery is possible. One day at a time.