Season 1 - Episode 5: My Story

**** Please note - this episode contains conversations around domestic violence and sexual abuse. There are resources at the bottom of these show notes for anyone that may need them.In this episode, Abi King shares her personal journey from being a daily drinker to achieving over three years of sobriety. She discusses her early experiences with alcohol, the impact of domestic violence on her life, the challenges of motherhood, and her realisation of having a drinking problem. Abi emphasises the importance of support and self-discovery in her recovery journey, ultimately finding happiness and freedom in sobriety.If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or sexual abuse, please know that you're not alone—support is available. Below is a list of helplines:New Zealand -Women's Refuge: 0800 733 843Website: https://womensrefuge.org.nzAustralia -1800RESPECT (National Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Counselling): 1800 737 732Website: https://www.1800respect.org.auUnited Kingdom -National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge): 0808 2000 247Website: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.ukRape Crisis England & Wales: 0808 802 9999Website: https://rapecrisis.org.uk United States -National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Website: https://www.thehotline.orgRAINN (Sexual Assault Hotline): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) Website: https://www.rainn.orgCanada -ShelterSafe (for women and children escaping abuse): https://sheltersafe.caTalk4Healing (for Indigenous women): 1-855-554-HEAL (4325) Website: https://www.talk4healing.com Get in touch:Abi30 Days to Freedom - A Gentle ResetAvailable here - www.levelupsobrietycoaching.com/30-days-to-freedom-reset/Instagram @levelup.withabiEmail [email protected] links: Terps & Co. www.drinkterps.co.nz - enter code ABI20 for 20% off storewideI use Riverside.fm for my podcast editing software. Click the link below to find out more!https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=abiMy podcast episodes are hosted and distributed by Buzzsprout. Click the link below for a $20 Refer a Friend voucher (T&Cs apply)https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2404910Music from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/tatami/in-motionLicense code: N5GLWPT8QQSRU7D2