13: From Rock Bottom to Running a Company - Emily’s Sobriety Story

In this episode, Emily opens up about her battle with alcoholism — from early feelings of not fitting in, to the depths of addiction that brought serious health consequences and legal trouble. After multiple rehab attempts, she found lasting recovery at age 32. Emily shares how she maintains her sobriety today through therapy, personal routines, and selective AA involvement, while Rock offers a contrast with his daily AA commitment. Now thriving as the COO of Sober Water and exploring new entrepreneurial paths, Emily reflects on how honesty, boundaries, and real connection have become essential to her recovery and life. This conversation is a candid look at the different ways recovery can take shape and what it means to truly rebuild.