Sobriety Story Pt 2: Answering Qs from Our Community About Quitting Alcohol and My Journey with Weed (I Didn't Think I'd Talk About, But Let's Get Into It!)

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In Part 2, I answer questions from our IG community by sharing intimate stories about my sobriety journey from alcohol and marijuana. We also discuss:

• The transformative power of the mind in overcoming addiction. (Including weed, which I discuss in more detail than planned. Let's get into it!)
• The challenges of breaking habits, the prevalence of alcohol consumption in society, and the various non-alcoholic beverage options available for those who choose to quit or reduce their alcohol intake.
• Several memoirs about addiction helped me understand my journey through the experiences of others and ways to navigate a sober lifestyle.

Let’s Dive in!

Show Resources:

Joe Dispenza - Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself

Sobriety Journey Part 1: on Apple & Spotify

If you find yourself challenged, you are not alone! Here are ways to find support:

• Talk to family or friends you can trust who lead a sober life.
• Search for sober accounts on social media (they are out there!)
• There are apps for that:
  • Sunnyside (tracks time sober, money saved, and motivational quotes)
  • I Am Sober (same as above)
  • Sober Time (counts days sober and an option to join a community)
  • AA Speakers To Go (stories from AA speakers)
  • NA To Go (stories from NA speakers)
• Alcoholics Annonymous: www.aa.org
• Narcotics Annonymous: www.na.org
• Addiction is widespread in the commercial fishing industry and, basically, everywhere. If your partner or a loved one is suffering and you feel stuck, Al-Anon is an excellent option for family support: www.al-anon.org.
• If you’re feeling distressed or having thoughts of suicide or severe depression, you can call 988 in the US or visit 988lifeline.org. The line is open 24/7 and completely anonymous.
• For international assistance, visit https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines and choose your country to receive guidance and support.

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