For Ashley, her struggle with alcohol became too heavy to carry alone.

Описание: In this episode of the Sober Motivation podcast, we have Ashley who shares about her journey from growing up in a single-parent household with attachment anxiety, through her struggles with alcohol addiction from her teenage years into her adult life. Ashley shares her experiences of hiding her addiction, the trauma of losing close family members to addiction-related causes, and the various stages of her drinking habits. She details her turning point, how she reached out for help, and her eventual path to sobriety. Ashley also discusses the importance of connection in overcoming addiction and how sharing her story publicly led to the creation of supportive communities and resources for those facing similar struggles.



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Ashley on IG:   / coach_ashley88  



00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome



00:10 Ashley's Childhood and Early Struggles



01:05 High School Challenges and Coping Mechanisms



06:53 College Years and Escalating Alcohol Use



12:07 Young Adulthood and Moving to Alabama



16:15 Family Tragedies and Increased Drinking



19:30 Reflecting on Alcohol Use and Seeking Support



24:25 Overcoming Shame and Stigma



27:33 The Turning Point: Halloween 2022



28:26 Embracing Sobriety: The First Steps



34:42 Support Systems and Community



37:29 Sharing the Journey: Going Public



39:20 Building a Sober Community



40:54 Reflecting on the Journey



43:32 Final Thoughts and Encouragement