In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Dre joins us to recount her journey with alcohol, starting with a disruptive childhood marked by constant moving. Hear what led her to her first drink at 13, setting off years of binge drinking, attempts at moderation, and eventually hitting rock bottom. She shares powerful insights on battling addiction, the impact of losing her mother and later her daughter, and her path to sobriety through self-discovery and community support. Please tune in to hear how she celebrates 4 years of sobriety today, November 10, 2025.
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:16 Childhood Memories and Family Dynamics
01:42 First Drink and Teenage Years
05:58 High School Struggles and Boarding School
14:22 Post-High School and Early Adulthood
16:55 Motherhood and Coping with Loss
19:52 Relocation and Continued Struggles
20:30 Acknowledging the Problem
23:08 Attempts at Moderation and Realization
30:32 Health Issues and the Path to Sobriety
35:34 Struggles with Alcohol and Realization
36:37 Impact on Family and Embarrassment
37:41 Isolation and Binge Drinking
39:54 The Tipping Point and Seeking Help
41:05 First Steps Towards Sobriety
52:22 Grieving and Building Community
01:01:08 Reflections and Moving Forward
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