Sobriety, Grief, and Becoming Who You Were Meant to Be with Andrea Schroder

In this powerful and raw conversation, Krista sits down with Andrea Schroder to explore what it really takes to rebuild your life from the ground up.Andrea shares her journey from early addiction, codependency, and living in survival mode to becoming a sober, self-aware, and empowered woman. From navigating a deeply complex marriage affected by alcoholism to losing her husband and caregiving for multiple family members, her story is one of resilience, honesty, and transformation.Together, they unpack the realities of sobriety, the grief that comes with change, and the courage it takes to walk away from environments that keep you stuck. Andrea also shares how she rebuilt herself through yoga, nervous system work, and learning to trust her own voice again.This episode is a reminder that healing isn’t linear, reinvention isn’t easy, and sometimes the life you want requires you to let everything else go first.🎧 If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns, overwhelmed by your environment, or unsure how to start over… this one will hit. KEY TAKEAWAYSYou can’t heal in the same environment that’s keeping you stuckSobriety isn’t just about quitting something… it’s about rebuilding everythingYou cannot change someone else, no matter how much you love themNervous system regulation is a game changer in healingReinvention requires trying things, even when you don’t know who you are yetGrief, guilt, and growth can all exist at the same timeThe life you want may require letting go of the one you’ve knownConnect with Andrea:🔗 Website - www.bookkeeping-witchery.ca🔗 Facebook - Andrea Schroder🔗 Instagram - @kitchenwitchery.co  🔗 Instagram - @destinationdovercourtConnect with Us: 🔗 Website:  https://kristazaft.com/🔗 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/🔗 Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/🔗 TikTok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en🔗 YouTube: https://youtu.be/pXLmutW6c60👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series  and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.