I Used to Sell Alcohol — Now I Help People Quit Drinking (Luke Ryan’s Story)

How do you rebuild your life after alcohol has taken everything? In this powerful episode of The Willpower Podcast, certified Jay Shetty life coach Luke Ryan (@dadonthemox) shares his raw, unfiltered journey from working in the liquor industry to becoming a sober father, coach, and advocate for recovery.

Luke opens up about starting to drink at age 10, his battles with depression, relapse, and what finally made him commit to sobriety for good. His story is one of transformation, accountability, and learning how to love himself again — not just for his own healing, but for his children.

💥 This episode of the Willpower Podcast is raw, honest, and packed with tools for anyone battling addiction, burnout, or a loss of identity.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:

- What “drinking with purpose” really means

- How hitting rock bottom doesn’t always look dramatic — sometimes it’s your daughter crying in the back seat

- Why healing trauma is essential for lasting sobriety

- How self-love, nature, and solitude became Luke’s medicine

- What sober parenting & co-parenting looks like post-recovery

- Why recovering out loud can change someone else’s life

🔥 QUOTES TO REMEMBER:

“Sobriety is job one.”

“You can’t heal if you’re hiding.”

“Real connection doesn’t happen in a blackout.”

🎯 Whether you’re 30 days sober or just thinking about quitting alcohol, this conversation is for you. Luke’s story proves that it’s never too late to change, forgive yourself, and design a life you're proud of.

📲 DM Luke on Instagram: @dadonthemox

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